Takma

Takma is a Kanban-style productivity application for project and task management. The program works completely offline, storing all data locally on the user's device. Based on the Kanban board concept, it allows organizing work through customizable cards and columns.

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• Fully offline operation. Takma operates without requiring a permanent internet connection. All data is stored locally on the device, ensuring the information remains under the user's control. The application automatically syncs changes between sessions without dependence on external servers.
• Customizable Kanban boards. Visual organization system using movable columns and cards. Users create columns representing different stages of the workflow. Cards contain specific tasks that are moved between columns according to progress.
• Markdown format support. Ability to use Markdown syntax in the content of cards. Allows text formatting with bold, italics, lists, and headers. The system interprets and correctly displays the applied formatting in descriptions.
• Label and categorization system. Classification mechanism using colored labels. Each label can be customized with a specific name and color. Cards support multiple labels simultaneously for cross-cutting organization.
• Due date management. Setting deadlines and due dates for tasks. The system shows visual indicators when due dates are approaching. Allows scheduling reminders for pending tasks.
• Checklist implementation. Creation of item lists within each card. Shows progress via an automatically calculated completion percentage. Each list item can be individually marked as done.
• Deep linking between items. Establishment of cross-references between different cards. Links allow quick navigation between related items. Maintains logical connections within the project structure.
• Drag-and-drop interface. Direct manipulation of elements via drag gestures. Cards are moved between columns with drag-and-drop operations. The interface responds immediately to user actions.
• Secure local storage. All data resides exclusively on the user's device. Information is saved in a structured format with preserved integrity. No data transmission to external servers occurs.
• Advanced search and filtering. Textual search system within card content and descriptions. Filtering by multiple criteria such as labels, dates, or status. Results show relevant context for each match.
• Data export. Generation of files containing the complete project information. Export formats allow data migration or backup. The export preserves structure and relationships between elements.
• Workflow customization. Adaptation of the system to each user's specific methodologies. Column configuration according to particular processes. Definition of visual rules for different types of tasks.

Takma was developed by Jam54 for macOS, Windows, Linux. Development began in 2025 using the Swift programming language. The main objective was to create a productivity tool that respects user privacy through offline operation.

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