● Local-first AI · Private video learning
Turn Videos into Notes — Offline on Your Mac.
Convert YouTube, lectures and online courses into searchable text, timelines and AI summaries. Learn faster. No cloud uploads.
Any video source
YouTube, meetings, course recordings — turn video to text locally.
Structured for learning
Chapters, key points, gists and review cards for faster study.
Private AI
Runs offline on your Mac. Videos never leave your device.
Lecture · ML 101
Gradient Descent Explained
GistForge turns the lecture into chapters, key ideas and reviewable notes so you don't need to rewatch.
Key sections
- 00:03 · Problem setup & intuition
- 00:18 · Cost function & gradients
- 00:36 · Learning rate & convergence
- 00:52 · Pitfalls & optimisation tricks
Distilled gist
- AI extracts the core ideas from the lecture — no rewatching needed.
Review cards
- Q: What happens if learning rate is too high?
- A: Updates may overshoot minima and diverge.
Local AI video-to-text and note-making designed for learners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about GistForge
How does GistForge work offline?
GistForge runs entirely on your Mac using local AI models. Your videos and transcriptions never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and instant processing without internet dependencies.
What video formats are supported?
GistForge supports all common video formats including MP4, MOV, AVI, and WebM. You can also paste YouTube links, and GistForge will handle the download and processing automatically.
Is GistForge really free during beta?
Yes! GistForge is completely free to use during our beta period. All features including AI summaries, timeline navigation, and search are available at no cost.
How accurate is the transcription?
Our local AI models achieve 95%+ accuracy for clear English audio. The accuracy may vary with audio quality, background noise, and speaker accents.