The short version
Rust markdown LSP that adds notes features to Helix and other editors.
From the HackerLinks archive
markdown-oxide
Rust markdown LSP that adds notes features to Helix and other editors.
At a glance:
First seen:2026-05-18
Last seen:2026-05-18
Times seen:1
Website:github.com
Why it caught our attention
It was repeatedly recommended as the lightweight way to get Obsidian-style linking without a heavy app.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-05-18
Editorial paraphrase
A commenter explicitly recommended Helix with the markdown-oxide LSP, and another said they'd give it a try.
Original threadShow HN: Files.md – Open-source alternative to Obsidian
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