Thinboard

Thinboard is a minimalist implementation of a Kanban board and to-do list manager. The design prioritizes compactness, readability, and speed of operation. It supports multiple boards with near-instant switching between them, and includes an undo/redo functionality for 50 revisions per board. It operates completely offline; data is exported to or imported from plain text files in JSON format. The application is built as a single HTML file containing jQuery and web fonts, packaged as an NW.js application.

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• Local storage. All data is saved locally on the user's device using localStorage. Information remains accessible without requiring a network connection. Entire boards are exported to JSON files via copy and paste operations.
• Multiple boards. Management of several independent Kanban boards with an instant switching mechanism between them. Each board maintains its unique set of columns and cards, preserving state during extended work sessions.
• Action history. Undo and redo system that records up to 50 revisions per board. The log captures modifications in content, element positions, and structural changes, allowing you to revert unwanted operations.
• Compact interface. Visual design that maximizes the available space for task content. Interface elements are reduced to the functional minimum, with typography optimized for prolonged reading.
• Keyboard shortcuts. Full keyboard navigation including moving between notes with the tab key. Shortcuts for frequent operations such as creating cards, moving elements, and saving changes.
• Legacy system compatibility. Verified operation on Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8.x, 10, and 11+. Resource usage measured at 50-60 MB of RAM and 100 MB of disk space.
• Single-file structure. The entire application is contained within a standalone HTML file that includes jQuery libraries and web font packages. Packaged as an NW.js application for independent distribution.
• Portable data format. Export and import of entire boards using plain text in JSON format. Data is transferred between instances via copy and paste operations using the system clipboard.
• Offline operation. Full functionality with no internet connectivity requirements after the initial download. All processing and storage operations occur locally.
• Code customization. Configuration of parameters like the revision limit through direct modification of the source code. Behavioral adjustments accessible to technical users.
• Single-page architecture. Interface built as a single-page application without reloads during navigation. Transitions between views performed via immediate DOM manipulation.
• Tab-based content management. Sequential navigation through text fields and editable elements using the Tab key. Workflow optimized for rapid data entry.

Thinboard originated as a fork of the Nullboard project, with development starting in 2023. The program is written primarily in JavaScript using the NW.js framework for packaging as a desktop application. The modifications implemented were aimed at improving compatibility with NW.js and legacy operating systems. Development maintains a focus on desktop applications with keyboard and mouse interaction, using localStorage as the data persistence mechanism.

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