neurostack is a tool designed to help you keep track of your knowledge and ideas in one local place. It acts like a second brain. You can store notes, documents, and ideas, then search them quickly whenever you need. The software links your data so you can see connections between topics. You do not need to set up anything complicated or worry about your data leaving your computer. It works with any AI system you want to use, but you do not have to use AI to benefit from it.
- Store all your notes, files, and facts in one place
- Search your data quickly with smart, built-in tools
- Create links between different notes like a web of ideas
- Works with basic files, such as Markdown notes
- Supports connection to different AI providers if you choose
- Keeps your data on your own computer (local-first)
- Easy setup with no complicated requirements
- Runs through simple commands on your computer
To run neurostack on Windows, your computer should meet these basic needs:
- Windows 10 or newer
- At least 4 GB of RAM
- 100 MB of free disk space for the program itself
- Internet connection (only needed if you want AI features)
- No extra software installation required
This guide will help you get neurostack running on your Windows PC step-by-step. You do not need prior programming knowledge.
Visit the neurostack release page to get the latest version. The release page includes all the files you need.
- Click the link above to go to the releases page.
- Find the latest version listed at the top.
- Look for a Windows Installer or an
.exefile, usually named something likeneurostack-setup.exeor similar. - Click the file to start downloading.
Once the download finishes:
- Open the folder where the file saved (usually the Downloads folder).
- Double-click the
.exefile to start the setup. - If Windows asks if you trust the program, select “Yes.”
- Follow the on-screen instructions—click “Next” or “Install” when prompted.
- Wait a few moments while the program installs.
After installation completes:
- Look for the neurostack icon on your desktop or in your Start Menu.
- Click on the icon to open the program.
- A command window or application window will appear. This is the main user interface.
neurostack mostly runs through simple commands you type in the window. If this is new to you:
- You will see a prompt asking for your first action.
- Type
helpand press Enter to see a list of common commands. - Commands let you add notes, search your vault, or connect with AI.
Your knowledge vault is a folder on your computer where everything is stored. You can add notes using plain text or Markdown files. neurostack reads these files, indexes them, and makes them easy to search.
- Open neurostack.
- Use the command
add <filename>to add a note. For example, typeadd mynote.md. - The file will become part of your vault and linked to other notes.
- Use the command
search <keyword>to find notes with your words. - The program will list all notes containing the keyword with links to open them.
You can change settings to fit how you work. For example:
- Set the folder where your notes live with
set vault <folder path>. - Connect to an AI provider with simple commands if you want to use extra AI features.
Settings save automatically, so you only configure once.
- Keep all notes in one folder for easiest management.
- Structure notes with clear titles and headings for better search results.
- Link notes to each other by mentioning related topics.
- Review and update notes regularly to keep your vault fresh.
- Use Markdown for formatting notes cleanly (bold, lists, headers).
If you encounter issues:
- Make sure Windows is up to date.
- Confirm you downloaded the right installer for Windows.
- Ensure the program run not blocked by antivirus or firewall.
- Restart the application if it stops responding.
- If commands do not work, check spelling and use
helpto confirm options.
If problems continue, check the neurostack discussion page on GitHub for help from the community.
- See the GitHub repo for detailed documentation.
- Try out sample commands using
help. - Explore Markdown basics to enhance your notes.
This setup should get neurostack running smoothly on your Windows PC. Use it daily to build a personal vault of knowledge that grows with you.