Hexfield Deck VS Code Extension Turns Markdown Files into Kanban Boards

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Hexfield Deck is a VS Code extension developed by Jim Lindblom that converts plain Markdown files into interactive Kanban boards with three columns: To Do, In Progress, and Done. The tool keeps the Markdown file as the single source of truth, meaning edits to the board update the file and vice versa, with changes syncing live. Tasks use a lightweight syntax for checkboxes, priorities, due dates, project tags, time estimates, and comments, all readable as plain text without any proprietary format. Markdown headings serve as structural elements, with H1 creating separate board slates and H2 creating swimlanes, giving users flexible organisation without additional configuration. The extension appeals to users who want Kanban-style task management without locking data into a proprietary backend, keeping everything in a portable, version-controllable .md file.

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