obsidian-bases

To create an Obsidian database view from your notes, you need to author a .base file with valid YAML structure. This process defines frontmatter-driven configurations to generate table, cards, list, or map layouts for exploring your notes dynamically.

Obsidian Bases are database-like note views stored in .base files using YAML structure. You need them when you want to turn a collection of notes into a searchable dashboard with scoped queries, computed fields, and summary rows.

You build filters and formulas in Obsidian Bases by defining valid query logic and computed fields within the .base file's YAML schema. This allows you to create scoped views, dynamic note databases, and rollups for your project notes.

Yes, you can use Obsidian Bases to create a project dashboard with status filters. By authoring a .base file, you can define specific filters, progress formulas, and summary rows to track your project notes effectively.

Your Obsidian Base file breaks when you edit the YAML because it requires precise structure, valid filters, and correctly ordered views. Maintaining proper frontmatter-discoverable metadata and schema handling is essential to avoid breaking the file format.