u/Ghazi197

Hey r/SideProject,

I’m a software developer, and like many of you, my desktop used to be a graveyard of random files and shortcuts so I decided to build my own organizer.

It's called Deskepty, and I’ve just finished a walkthrough showing the main features I’ve implemented to make it a "professional-grade" workspace manager.

Check youtube channel for more:

[https://www.youtube.com/@Deskepty]

• Smart Multi-Monitor Logic
• Organize Mode & Alt-Swap
• Deep Management

The software is ready to download. I’d love to get some eyes on the features and hear what you think I should add next.

Subreddit: r/Deskepty

I'll be hanging out in the comments to answer any technical questions!

Windows 10 Start Menu was ok, but the jump to 11 felt pathetic for my workflow. I hate the clutter and the new section—it feels totally alienated from how a power user actually works.

I decided to stop complaining and just build the alternative I wanted to use.

It’s a free Windows desktop organizer that lets you:

• group apps, games, and folders into structured panels
• drag and drop shortcuts directly into groups
• quickly launch everything using search
• customize layout, colors, and transparency
• use keyboard shortcuts for faster access
• save and restore layouts when needed

Here’s a demo of how it works:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fk5_cZHDlVQ

Download on GitHub :

https://github.com/ghazi-197/Deskepty

I’d be interested in feedback from people who actually care about desktop workflow — especially what feels useful or unnecessary.

Honestly, Windows 10 Start Menu was ok, but the jump to 11 felt pathetic for my workflow.

I hate the clutter and the new section—it feels totally alienated from how a power user actually works.

I decided to stop complaining and just build the alternative i wanted to use, It started as a personal project, I’ve just put the App up on GitHub.

What I built (Deskepty):

• 100% Offline: No telemetry, no "cloud sync," no ads.
• Performance-First: Built on .NET 8 with a local JSON database.
• Workspace Focus: Designed for people who juggle heavy apps (I’m a 3D artist/dev) and need things grouped logically.

Here’s a demo of how it works:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fk5_cZHDlVQ

Download on GitHub :

https://github.com/ghazi-197/Deskepty

I’d be interested in feedback from people who actually care about desktop workflow — especially what feels useful or unnecessary.

Over time my Windows desktop became cluttered with apps, folders, and shortcuts, and it started slowing down my workflow more than I expected.

I ended up building a small tool for myself to fix it.

It’s a free Windows desktop organizer that lets you:

• group apps, games, and folders into structured panels
• drag and drop shortcuts directly into groups
• quickly launch everything using search
• customize layout, colors, and transparency
• use keyboard shortcuts for faster access
• save and restore layouts when needed

The goal wasn’t to “replace Windows” or add complexity — just to make the desktop feel usable again for daily work.

Download on GitHub :

https://github.com/ghazi-197/Deskepty

I’d be interested in feedback from people who actually care about desktop workflow — especially what feels useful or unnecessary.

Just to clear up a few common questions I’m seeing in the comments:

• Is it free? Yes, Deskepty is 100% free and will stay that way forever. No ads, no 'pro' versions, and no subscriptions. I built this as a passion project for my own workspace, and I'm happy to share it.
• Is it Open Source? No, it is closed source. As a solo developer and artist, I’ve chosen to keep the project private to maintain its direction and protect my work.
• Is it safe? The app is 100% safe. It has zero internet permissions and uses a local-only JSON database. Your data never leaves your machine. (I've also included a VirusTotal link in the GitHub readme for full transparency)

I appreciate all the feedback and upvotes! I’m focusing on keeping this a lightweight, minimalist alternative for those who want a clean desktop.