What is Oats?
Oats is an open-source application designed for taking meeting notes, allowing users to directly record discussions on their computers without needing a bot to participate in the call. By capturing audio locally, it transforms conversations into a well-structured summary that includes assigned action items, a quality rating for the meeting, and a searchable transcript of the dialogue. The application is compatible with various platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, phone calls, and in-person meetings, ensuring that any audio recognized by the computer can be converted into notes. Users can choose to run the recordings and AI-generated notes locally for improved privacy, or they can connect to an Ariso account for enhanced AI features. Each meeting recorded is stored in a searchable library, making it easy for users to revisit past discussions and access previous decisions or commitments. In addition, action items are categorized in a specific Todos section, preventing them from getting lost in the notes, and users can conveniently mark completed tasks directly from the notes interface. This efficient system not only boosts productivity but also guarantees that essential information from meetings is easily retrievable for later use. With its user-friendly design and robust features, Oats simplifies the process of meeting documentation and follow-up.