Obsidian Index Service
What is Obsidian Index Service?
The Obsidian Index Service is a background tool that automatically keeps track of all your Markdown notes in an Obsidian vault. It extracts important information like titles, tags, and content, then stores everything in an organized database for quick searching or syncing.How to use Obsidian Index Service?
Simply run the service pointing to your vault directory. It will automatically scan all notes and continue monitoring for changes. The indexed data becomes available in an SQLite database that other apps can read.When should I use this?
Perfect when you need to: - Build custom tools that work with your Obsidian notes - Create a searchable database of your knowledge base - Develop sync capabilities between devices - Analyze your note collection's structure and contentKey Features
Automatic File MonitoringWatches your vault directory and immediately detects new, changed, or deleted notes.
Comprehensive Metadata ExtractionCaptures titles, tags from YAML, folder structure, and creation/modification dates.
Full Content IndexingStores complete note text along with metadata for comprehensive searching.
Docker Container SupportReady-to-run containerized version that mounts your vault as a volume.
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Lightweight and fast indexing using SQLite
No Obsidian plugin required - works with any Markdown vault
Database can be shared with other applications
Simple setup with multiple running options
Limitations
Currently lacks a built-in API (database access only)
No native sync capabilities yet (potential future feature)
Requires Python environment or Docker to run
Getting Started
Installation
Clone the repository and set up the Python environment with required dependencies.
Configuration
Set environment variables for your vault path and database location.
Running the Service
Start the service in either continuous monitoring or one-time scan mode.
Docker Option
Alternatively, run as a Docker container with your vault mounted.
Usage Scenarios
Building a Custom Search InterfaceUse the SQLite database to create a web interface for searching across all your Obsidian notes with custom filters.
Note Analysis DashboardAnalyze your writing habits by querying creation dates and note sizes from the database.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this modify my Obsidian vault files?
How is this different from Obsidian's built-in search?
Can I access the database while the service is running?
What happens if I move or rename files in Obsidian?
Additional Resources
GitHub Repository
Source code and issue tracker
SQLite Documentation
Reference for querying the created database
Obsidian Forum
Community discussions about Obsidian plugins and tools
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