A cross-platform tool that converts notes from various apps and file formats into Markdown for migration and future-proofing.
Jimmy is a cross-platform, open-source tool that converts notes from various proprietary applications and document formats into Markdown. It solves the problem of vendor lock-in by enabling users to migrate their data between different note-taking apps and preserve it in a future-proof, human-readable format. The tool works offline and supports both command-line and interactive terminal interfaces.
Users of note-taking applications (like Evernote, Notion, Obsidian) who want to migrate their data, developers needing to batch-convert documents to Markdown, and individuals seeking to archive their notes in an open format.
Developers choose Jimmy for its extensive format support, offline capability, and lack of external dependencies. Its unique selling point is the combination of a broad range of supported note app exports with a simple, standalone executable that requires no installation of additional runtimes.
Convert your notes to Markdown
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Converts exports from over 40 note apps like Evernote and Notion, plus numerous document formats including PDF and DOCX, as detailed in the supported apps and formats sections of the README.
Offers a CLI for scripting and automation, and a TUI for interactive use, with examples provided for both interfaces, though the TUI is noted as beta with limited features.
Runs completely offline with no external dependencies like Docker or Node.js, using standalone executables for Linux, Windows, and macOS, as emphasized in the features list.
Retains resources, tags, and internal note links when possible, outputting Markdown with front matter for compatibility with apps like Joplin and Obsidian, as highlighted in the key features.
The Terminal User Interface is still in beta and provides only a feature subset compared to the CLI, making interactive use less comprehensive for advanced conversions.
The README explicitly warns users to verify data post-conversion, indicating potential inaccuracies in handling complex formats or proprietary app quirks that might not map perfectly to Markdown.
Requires users to manually export data from note apps first, which can be cumbersome and error-prone, unlike tools with direct API integrations for seamless migration.