Epicenter

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Press shortcut → speak → get text. Free and open source. More local-first apps soon

Overview

Epicenter has emerged as a significant evolution of the Whispering repository, addressing not just transcription but expanding into a broader ecosystem of local-first applications. The transition retains the same core tools, philosophy, and team, while enhancing functionality through a restructured repository and refined branding. With Epicenter, users can expect not only efficient transcription services but also a suite of complementary apps designed to facilitate a seamless workflow and enhance data management.

The goal of Epicenter is ambitious yet straightforward: to consolidate your data—such as notes, transcripts, and chat histories—into a single accessible format. This empowers users to own their data fully and provides the means to utilize it across various tools, ensuring a tailored and cohesive experience.

Features

  • Open-Source Ecosystem: Epicenter is built on open-source principles, ensuring transparency and allowing users to tweak the tools as they see fit.
  • Local-First Approach: Focused on storing data locally, users benefit from improved data privacy and ownership over their information.
  • Interoperability: The architecture allows for seamless interaction between applications like Epicenter Whispering and Epicenter Assistant, enhancing user efficiency.
  • Customizable Workspaces: Users can choose their models and modify settings, fostering a personalized workflow tailored to individual needs.
  • Access to Transcription History: Provides enhanced functionality by allowing the Epicenter Assistant to utilize historical data from Whispering for optimized results.
  • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Install options are available for macOS, Windows, and Linux, making it accessible for a wide range of users.
  • Community Engagement: Epicenter boasts an active Discord community for collaboration, feedback, and support, promoting a sense of belonging among users.
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