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Local-first software: You own your data, in spite of the cloud
A new generation of collaborative software that allows users to retain ownership of their data.
Local-first software: You own your data, in spite of the cloud
A new generation of collaborative software that allows users to retain ownership of their data.
My Vision for macOS App Distribution
Introducing my vision for a modern alternative to distributing apps outside the Mac App Store and asking the developer community for advice & feedback.
Local-first software: you own your data, in spite of the cloud
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A Local-First Case Study | jakelazaroff.com
How I built a local-first app for planning trips, and what I learned about the current state of the local-first ecosystem along the way.
Mac Open Web, by Brian Warren
Mac Open Web - A collection of open and indie Mac, iOS, and web apps that help promote the open web.
Aeronaut for Bluesky
The lovingly crafted Bluesky app designed and built just for the Mac.
PayOnceApps.com - One-Time Purchase Web, Windows & Mac apps
Explore PayOnceApps.com for top-quality web, Windows, and Mac applications at a one-time purchase price. Save big on premium software without recurring fees. Perpetual licenses, one-time purchase
Personal Computer for Mac - Perplexity
Personal Computer for Mac. One keyboard shortcut opens an always-on AI that controls local files, native apps, and Comet browser. No uploads. No tab switching.
Adam Wiggins (Ink & Switch) - Local-First Software: Pragmatism vs Idealism
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LocalFirst: You Keep Using That Word
If you’ve been following the local-first scene over the past few years, you already know a good definition for the term “local-first” is hard to pin down. Part of the reason is that most people write software for money … and true local-first software is harder to capitalize. “Local-first” is a direct attack on vendor lock-in of all forms: data, formats, protocols, apps, services, and even environments. But the fact your employer can’t exploit this technology with a new revenue model (yet) is a minor problem.