CommandLane

The Hackable, Intelligent Productivity Launcher

What is CommandLane?

CommandLane is the intelligent interface for your second brain. A hackable, local-first productivity launcher that captures thoughts instantly, syncs with Notion and Linear, and runs local LLMs via Ollama. It features proactive context resurfacing and Python automation hooks.

Capture thoughts into any Notion database instantly with Ctrl+Space, resurface context when it matters, and supercharge your workflow with hooks and slash commands. Connect your Notion, use OpenAI/Anthropic models, or run local LLMs - everything stays in your control.

Core Features

  • Local-First Architecture - Built on SQLite. Your data resides on your device with zero latency, 100% privacy, and fully functional offline.
  • Frictionless Capture - Press Ctrl+Space to capture thoughts instantly with auto-context detection from your active window, URL, and documents.
  • Proactive Resurfacing - Unlike chatbots that wait for you to ask, CommandLane understands what you're working on and proactively surfaces relevant notes using Hybrid RAG (FTS5 + Vector Search).
  • Multi-Model AI Support - Chat with local models (Llama, Mistral via Ollama) or bring your own keys for OpenAI/Anthropic. Your data never leaves your device unless you say so.
  • Python Hooks - Add scripts to ~/.commandlane/hooks/ to automate workflows. Create custom on_capture hooks, slash commands, and more.
  • Notion & Linear Sync - Bidirectional sync keeps your notes and tasks updated across all your tools in the background.

Pricing

Free ($0) - All features included. Use your own API keys (OpenAI, Anthropic) or run local models via Ollama. No feature gates, no subscriptions.

Includes: Unlimited captures, Notion & Linear sync, Python hooks, proactive resurfacing, and full local LLM support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay to use CommandLane features?

No. The free version includes all features including Notion sync, proactive resurfacing, and Python hooks. You just need to provide your own OpenAI/Anthropic API key or run a local model like Ollama for AI features.

Is CommandLane just another chatbot?

No. While it has chat capabilities, CommandLane is primarily a launcher and background utility designed to capture information instantly and proactively surface relevant context before you ask, rather than requiring you to open a chat window.

Do I need to replace Notion or Obsidian?

Absolutely not. CommandLane sits on top of your existing system of record. It acts as the fastest possible capture layer and intelligent retrieval system for Notion, Obsidian, and Linear.

What does 'hackable' mean for CommandLane?

We believe in 'conventions + escape hatches'. You can use CommandLane out of the box, or extend it with Python scripts, custom hooks (e.g., on_capture), and file-based configurations. It's a platform for your own productivity scripts.

Is my data secure with CommandLane?

Yes. By default, your data lives in a local SQLite database on your machine. It only leaves your device when you sync to an authenticated service like Notion or send a request to a cloud LLM. API keys are stored in your OS keychain.

How do I set up Notion sync in CommandLane?

Open Settings → Integrations → Notion, click 'Connect to Notion', authorize via OAuth in your browser, then select your target database. Sync starts automatically every 30 seconds with bidirectional updates.

How fast is CommandLane compared to Notion capture?

CommandLane captures in under 2 seconds via global hotkey (Ctrl+Space) compared to 15+ seconds in Notion's native workflow. Entries sync to your Notion database within 5-10 seconds automatically.

Can CommandLane run without internet?

Yes. CommandLane is local-first with SQLite storage and works fully offline. Use Ollama for local LLM inference. Internet is only required for cloud sync (Notion/Linear) or cloud AI providers (OpenAI/Anthropic).

How does CommandLane's TinyBERT classification work?

CommandLane uses a 3-tier classification system: first checking a cache layer (under 100ms), then rule-based patterns (under 200ms), and finally TinyBERT ML model which achieves 99% accuracy in just 13.3ms. This enables instant, intelligent categorization of notes and tasks.

What is Hybrid RAG search in CommandLane?

Hybrid RAG combines SQLite FTS5 full-text search with vector similarity search using embeddings. This enables semantic search that finds relevant results even when exact keywords don't match, achieving under 500ms search time with 95% precision at 10,000 entries.

How do I create custom Python hooks in CommandLane?

Add Python scripts to ~/.commandlane/hooks/ directory. Create files like on_capture.py with a def on_capture(note) function to automate workflows when you capture new entries. You can create Linear tickets, send Slack messages, or any custom automation.

What platforms does CommandLane support?

CommandLane supports Windows 10 and later versions, macOS, and Linux. It's built with Tauri and Rust for native performance across all platforms.

Is CommandLane a good Alfred alternative for Windows?

Yes. CommandLane brings Alfred-style productivity to Windows PC with keyboard-first design, quick-launch, and Python hooks – plus AI note-taking and Notion sync.

Is CommandLane a Raycast alternative for Windows?

Yes. CommandLane provides Raycast-style quick actions for Windows with global hotkeys, plus semantic search and offline AI capabilities Raycast doesn't offer.

How does CommandLane compare to Notion AI?

CommandLane is a privacy-focused Notion AI alternative. Works completely offline with local LLMs, offers 2-second quick capture vs Notion's 15+ seconds, syncs bidirectionally.

How does CommandLane compare to Mem AI?

CommandLane is a local-first Mem AI alternative. Keeps data on your device by default, integrates with existing Notion/Obsidian rather than replacing them.

Is CommandLane the best free AI note-taking app?

Yes. All features are free – quick capture to Notion, semantic search, offline AI with local LLMs, Python automation. No subscription, no paywalls.

Is CommandLane an offline AI assistant?

Yes. Using Ollama, CommandLane runs local LLMs (Llama, Mistral) completely offline with zero internet required. True offline AI note-taking app.

What is the best note-taking app for developers?

CommandLane is excellent for developers. Python automation hooks, CLI support (pkb commands), code snippet capture, semantic search for past solutions.

Is there a Drafts app alternative for Windows?

Yes, CommandLane. Instant capture via global hotkey (Ctrl+Space) from anywhere in Windows with AI classification and Notion sync.

How do I quick capture notes to Notion?

Press Ctrl+Space from anywhere, type your thought, press Enter. Captures in under 2 seconds, syncs to Notion in 5-10 seconds. No need to open Notion.

Does Notion have a global capture hotkey?

No, Notion lacks a native global hotkey. CommandLane provides this – press Ctrl+Space from any app for instant Notion capture.

What is semantic search for notes?

AI-powered search that finds notes by meaning, not just keywords. CommandLane's Hybrid RAG achieves 95% precision at 10k entries in under 500ms.

What is a personal knowledge base AI?

A system that stores notes while using AI to organize, search, and surface content. CommandLane uses TinyBERT for classification and semantic search for proactive context resurfacing.

Can I automate Notion with Python?

Yes. Add scripts to ~/.commandlane/hooks/ to run custom code on every capture – create Linear tickets, send Slack alerts, any automation you need.

Technology Stack

Built with SQLite, Tauri, Rust, Python, TinyBERT for classification, and React 19. Supports Windows 10+, macOS, and Linux.

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