Links Base
A modern, static link management application designed to help teams organize and access their important links efficiently.
November 2024 - Presentin-progress
Overview
Links Base is a self-hosted, static link management application built for teams and individuals who need a clean, organized way to manage and share important links. Unlike traditional bookmark managers, Links Base generates a beautiful, searchable dashboard that can be deployed anywhere.
Problem Statement
Teams often struggle with link management. Important resources get buried in Slack threads, scattered across browser bookmarks, or lost in documentation. There's a need for a simple, self-hosted solution that:
- Centralizes team resources in one accessible place
- Doesn't require database management or complex infrastructure
- Provides fast, keyboard-driven navigation
- Works offline and loads instantly
Goals
- Create a zero-config link dashboard that works out of the box
- Enable teams to self-host their own link collections
- Provide a beautiful, minimal interface that doesn't get in the way
- Support keyboard-first navigation for power users
- Allow easy customization and branding
Key Features
- Static Generation: Deploy anywhere - Vercel, Netlify, or your own server
- Category Organization: Group links by team, project, or topic
- Keyboard Navigation: Quick access with keyboard shortcuts
- Search: Instant filtering to find links fast
- Dark Mode: Comfortable viewing in any environment
- Responsive Design: Works seamlessly on desktop and mobile
- Easy Configuration: Simple JSON/YAML configuration
Technical Approach
Built with the Next.js App Router and optimized for static export:
- Shadcn UI + Magic UI: Modern, accessible component system
- Tailwind CSS: Utility-first styling for rapid development
- Static Export: No server required - pure HTML/CSS/JS
- TypeScript: Full type safety throughout
Use Cases
- Team Resource Hub: Centralize all team documentation, tools, and resources
- Personal Dashboard: Quick access to your most-used sites
- Client Portal: Share curated resources with clients
- Learning Resources: Organize courses, tutorials, and documentation
Deployment
Links Base can be deployed in minutes:
- Fork the repository
- Update the configuration with your links
- Deploy to your preferred hosting platform
- Share with your team
The project is open source and welcomes contributions for new features and improvements.