justrach/nanolight
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What it is
A keyboard-driven launcher for macOS, Windows and Linux that finds apps, evaluates math, shows Google suggestions and results in its panel, and offers Grok, X and Raycast extensions. Written in Zig with no Electron, about 2 MB.
Who it's for
Mac, Windows and Linux users who want a fast keystroke launcher for apps, search and Raycast extensions
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