Introduction
Here's a list of indispensable command line tools I use daily. These aren't part of a standard POSIX setup, but their simplicity, speed, and minimal dependencies make them invaluable. Let's dive in!
My CLI Environment:
I use Fish inside Alacritty, a fast, simple terminal emulator, with the elegant Monaspace font for enhanced readability.
aria2: Multi-protocol Downloader
aria2 is my go-to for fetching files from the internet, be it HTTP, FTP, or BitTorrent.
atuin: Sync Shell History
atuin helps me search and sync my shell history effortlessly.
bat: The Cool cat Replacement
bat enhances file viewing with syntax highlighting and Git integration, making it a superior cat alternative.
chezmoi: Dotfile Management
chezmoi keeps my dotfiles organized and consistent. Check out my configurations here.
delta: Syntax-Highlighting Pager
delta makes git, diff, and grep outputs more readable with syntax highlighting.
eza: ls on Steroids
eza replaces ls with better defaults, visuals, and functionality.
fd: A More Natural find
fd is a faster, more intuitive alternative to find for file searching and navigation.
lazygit: simple UI for git commands
A simple and efficient UI for git without leaving the terminal.
restic: Excellent Backup Tool
restic is my reliable, efficient backup solution.
ripgrep: Turbocharged grep
ripgrep is my choice for fast codebase searches, outperforming standard grep.
Syncthing: Decentralized File Synchronization
Syncthing keeps my files in sync across devices while maintaining privacy.
Zellij: Terminal workspace
Similar to tmux but even better.