"kaydet" is a simple (112 lines if Python code) based diary app designed to help you preserve your daily thoughts, experiences, and memories without leaving terminal.
$ pip3 install kaydet
Record your daily thoughts and experiences by typing them as a parameter in the terminal. "kaydet" automatically saves your entry to a file dedicated to the current day, along with a timestamp.
$ kaydet "I am very good with my kids today :)"
> Entry added to: /Users/mirat/.kaydet/2023-08-02.txt
If you don't give any parameters to "kaydet" it opens your favourite text editor to allow you to create long entries.
$ kaydet
Each diary entry is precisely dated, ensuring your thoughts are organized chronologically for easy navigation and reflection.
"kaydet" uses txt files to store your entries, guaranteeing your diary remains private and secure on your own hard disk. You don't have to trust me, or any company.
Do you want to synch your diary entries between your devices? You can use any folder synchronization service that you trust.
You can configure "kaydet" to your preferences with customizable options, including file naming conventions, text editor that you want to use, entry format.