Stop drowning in content overload. This TypeScript-powered tool instantly summarizes anything you throw at it - web pages, YouTube videos, podcasts, PDFs, even audio files. Point it at a 2-hour podcast or dense research paper, get the key insights in seconds. The Chrome Side Panel integration means one-click summaries without leaving your browser, while the CLI handles batch processing for power users.
What sets it apart is the smart media handling: it extracts YouTube transcripts, performs OCR on video slides with timestamps, auto-detects whether you want page content or video analysis, and streams results in real-time markdown. Works with local AI models, paid providers, or free options through OpenRouter. The 0.11.0 preview adds full chat functionality right in the sidebar - ask follow-up questions about any content you’re viewing.
Perfect for researchers, content creators, and anyone who needs to process large amounts of information quickly. With 3.6k stars and active development, it’s becoming the go-to solution for AI-powered content digestion. The local daemon architecture keeps everything fast and private while the browser extension makes it effortless to use.
⭐ Stars: 3611
💻 Language: TypeScript
🔗 Repository: steipete/summarize