Obsidian Bases (help.obsidian.md)

Article summary

The article discusses Obsidian Bases, a new feature in Obsidian, a note-taking app, which provides a more comprehensive and faster way to manage data. Obsidian Bases is seen as a potential replacement for the Dataview plugin, but with its own strengths and limitations. The feature allows users to create custom databases and tables, making it easier to organize and link notes. The discussion around Obsidian Bases also touches on its potential to replace other apps like Notion and Airtable.

Main themes

• Obsidian Bases
• Dataview plugin
• Note-taking apps
• Data management
• Notion and Airtable alternatives
• LLM plugins

What commenters say

• Obsidian Bases is a significant improvement over the Dataview plugin in terms of speed and responsiveness, but may not be as comprehensive.
• The ability to own and self-sync data in a readable format is a key advantage of Obsidian over other note-taking apps.
• Some users are concerned about the limitations of Obsidian's Git plugin, which can be dangerous if set up incorrectly and may not be suitable for device sync or collaboration.
• The introduction of Obsidian Bases may lead to a shift away from other apps like Notion and Airtable, but its ability to scale and integrate with other features is still uncertain.
• The use of LLM plugins in Obsidian, such as Copilot and Smart Connections, can enhance the app's functionality, but may also have limitations and require further development.
• Manual diff review and commit control can be beneficial for maintaining high standards and preventing errors in note-taking, especially when using AI tools.
• A better Git plugin or alternative solutions, such as Relay, may be necessary to address the limitations of Obsidian's current Git plugin and improve collaboration and device sync capabilities.