Overview

mGSD (formerly MonkeyGTD) is a Getting Things Done system built on TiddlyWiki, packaged as a single HTML file that includes all functionality via HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, running in any modern browser without needing server infrastructure.

Key Features

Self-Contained: Entire GTD system in one HTML file

Portable: Copy to USB drive and run anywhere

No Installation: Opens directly in web browser

Offline Capable: Works without internet connection

GTD Implementation: Full support for GTD methodology:

Inbox for capture
Projects and contexts
Next actions
Waiting for lists
Someday/maybe
Dashboard with overview

Technical Approach

Built on TiddlyWiki:

Wiki-based structure for organization
Tagging for contexts and projects
Search and filtering
Customizable fields and views
Data stored in the HTML file itself

Evolution from MonkeyGTD

Originally called MonkeyGTD, it was:

One of the first digital GTD implementations
Popular in early 2000s GTD adoption
Renamed to mGSD (Getting Stuff Done)
Continued development and refinement

Advantages

Simplicity: No complex installation or setup

Privacy: All data stays on your device

Flexibility: Customizable through TiddlyWiki's structure

Cost: Free and open source

Portability: Take your entire system anywhere

Use Cases

GTD practitioners wanting simple, portable solution
Privacy-conscious users avoiding cloud services
Those preferring lightweight tools
Users needing offline GTD access
Anyone wanting to try GTD without commitment

Limitations

Single-user (no collaboration)
Manual sync between devices
Requires discipline to maintain
Less polished than modern SaaS tools
Steeper learning curve than apps

Historical Significance

mGSD/MonkeyGTD represents an important era in productivity software: before SaaS dominance, when self-contained, portable tools were valued for their simplicity and user control.

It remains relevant for users who prefer data ownership and offline capability over cloud convenience.

mGSD (MonkeyGTD Successor)