Wiki.js is an open source, modern and powerful wiki app built on Node.js, Git and Markdown.
Wiki.js runs on the Node.js engine and is optimized to be low on CPU resources. It relies heavily on caching to quickly deliver content to users and makes use of the latest web technologies, such as WebSockets, to provide instant interactivity in the webpage.
Wiki.js (or any HTTP Node.js app) can run without a web server (such as nginx or Apache). However, it’s highly recommended to put a standard web server in front of Wiki.js.
Key Features
- Markdown editing, backed by Git
- Designed for the modern web.
- Integrated Access Control – easy to use access control built into Wiki.js. Login using the local database or connect with external authentication providers like Microsoft Account, Google ID, Facebook, GitHub, Slack or LDAP (Active Directory).
- Intuitive Assets Management – insert images, schemas, documents, videos, links and more in your Wiki.js using the built-in assets manager. Organize your media files into folders and let the built-in editor generate the proper Markdown tags.
- Built-in search engine – content is automatically indexed and accessible from any page via the search bar.
- Cross-platform support – runs on Linux, Windows, and macOS servers.
Website: js.wiki
Support: Documentation
Developer: Nicolas Giard and contributors
License: GNU Affero General Public License
Wiki.js is written in JavaScript. Learn JavaScript with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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