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Introduction

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Djehooty is free software designed to assist genealogists in managing and exploring their digital archives. It facilitates research organization, information cross-referencing, and source traceability, providing a structured and efficient working environment.

Positioned at the intersection between a personal Digital Asset Management (DAM) tool and traditional genealogy software, Djehooty acts as a true research assistant for family history enthusiasts.

Objectives and Use Cases

Djehooty addresses the following essential needs:

  • Store and preserve locally, in a centralized and secure manner, a wide variety of digital documents (images, videos, audio files, notes, etc.).
  • View, enrich, and organize these documents through the addition of metadata.
  • Search, cross-reference, and effectively leverage the information contained in your archives.
  • Facilitate the sharing, valorization, and transmission of genealogical research, including to non-technical individuals.

Features

  • 📂 Import your files into Djehooty from your computer, view them, and organize them as documents.
  • 🧩 Add and edit metadata on your documents.
  • 👤 Create individuals, view and edit them, then identify them in your documents.
  • 🔍 Easily search for individuals and documents.