Show HN: Screen memory without screenshots, just text to Markdown

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It's a macOS menu bar app that reads the text of your focused window every few seconds through the Accessibility API. No screenshots, no video, or OCR. It writes plain markdown, one file per day, into a folder you choose.

Point Claude Code (or anything with file access) at the folder and ask "what did I work on Tuesday?" or have it build memory about your projects. The folder contains an AGENTS.md explaining the format to the model.

Thought it might be useful for someone so chucked it up on GitHub


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The Story At A Glance
  • • A macOS app uses the Accessibility API to convert focused window text into Markdown files.

  • • The tool avoids screenshots and video to create a lightweight, text-only memory log.

  • • Users can point AI agents at these files to query past work and project history.
Context
This tool represents a shift toward text-based local memory for AI agents. It offers a more privacy-focused alternative to previous OCR-based screen capture methods.

Christian Perspective
The ability to log and recall information can assist men in their roles as diligent providers and builders. However, constant digital surveillance risks fostering a spirit of distraction that pulls the mind away from God and family. True wisdom comes from the Lord, not from an automated archive of digital activity.

Implications
This technology could empower individuals to reclaim their productivity from the chaos of the modern digital age. It also presents a risk if such logs are used by globalist entities to monitor and control the thoughts and actions of citizens. Protecting the sanctity of one's private intellectual life is essential for maintaining individual liberty.

Broader Trends
We are seeing a rapid integration of AI into the very fabric of human cognition and daily labor. This trend reflects a move toward a hyper-technological society that often ignores the natural, biological rhythms of human life. Such advancements are frequently driven by secular interests that prioritize efficiency over the traditional order of human existence.

Takeaway
Use these tools to master your craft and serve your family with excellence. Always ensure that your data remains local and under your direct control to prevent state or corporate intrusion. Prioritize real-world stewardship and the building of a strong household over the mere accumulation of digital logs.

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