SwarmVault
Local-first LLM wiki, knowledge graph builder, and agent memory store.
Turn documents and code into a durable markdown wiki and inspectable knowledge graph for agents.
SwarmVault turns docs, code, transcripts, notes, and URLs into a persistent markdown wiki and local knowledge graph. It is built for developers and executives looking for an Obsidian alternative that serves as durable memory for coding assistants like Claude Code and Codex.
What it is
It parses local files, directories, repositories, and URLs into immutable raw sources, generates a compounding markdown wiki following a flexible schema, and builds a SQLite-backed search index and knowledge graph. Features include automatic contradiction detection, approval queues for changes, agent context packs, an MCP server, and an interactive graph viewer.
Who it's for
It suits software engineers, technical founders, and researchers managing complex codebases, research papers, and multi-source notes who want local control over their knowledge graph. It is poorly suited for non-technical users who expect a traditional no-setup cloud note-taking app without command-line interaction.
Key features
Three-Layer Architecture
Keeps raw sources immutable while generating a compounding markdown wiki and editable vault schema.
Automatic Contradiction Detection
Tags every graph edge and audits for conflicting claims using built-in linting commands.
Hybrid Search and Embeddings
Merges SQLite full-text search with local semantic embeddings to scale past basic context limits.
Agent Memory and MCP Server
Provides durable memory stores and an MCP server for tools like Claude Code and Codex.
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Our honest verdict
What's great
- Runs fully offline with a built-in heuristic provider requiring no initial API keys.
- Generates shareable visual cards, SVGs, and markdown kits from your knowledge base.
- Includes tree-sitter AST parsing for code-aware documentation and repository scans.
- Supports optional model-backed synthesis via Ollama or custom LLM providers.
Where it falls short
- Requires Node.js version 24 or higher for the CLI toolchain.
- Command-line heavy workflow requires comfort with terminal operations.
- Requires external local LLM setup or API keys for high-quality extraction synthesis.
Pricing & license
Free under its open-source license, with no paid hosted option provided by the maintainers. The only cost is running it yourself on your local machine or hardware.
Open remote AI-training roles
870 open remote AI-training roles, updated November 14, 2026; most pay $20–$170 an hour. Zekai lists them free; the application goes to the employer’s platform.
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FAQ
Do I need API keys to run SwarmVault?
No, the built-in heuristic provider runs fully offline and locally without API keys.
Can I use SwarmVault without Node.js?
Yes, desktop app binaries are available for macOS, Windows, and Linux that bundle their own runtime.
How does SwarmVault prevent LLM hallucinations from corrupting my wiki?
Every edge is tagged by extraction type, contradiction detection flags conflicts, and compile commands stage updates into reviewable approval queues.
