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Browsing the Web from Your Terminal

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Why would anyone want to browse the web from a terminal? Whether you are operating on a low-resource headless server, working over a slow SSH connection, or simply trying to cut out distracting web layouts and ads, terminal browsers are surprisingly capable.

Here are the best terminal-based browsers available today, ranging from 90s classics to modern visual renderers.

Vim Keys & Speed: The Best TUI File Managers compared

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Why click through a graphical file explorer when you can navigate, preview, and organize your files instantly using keyboard shortcuts? Terminal-based file managers (TUIs) combine the visual clarity of folders with the speed and vim-key integration of the shell.

In this post, we compare three of the most popular TUI file managers: Yazi, Ranger, and nnn, so you can choose the best one for your workflow.

Modern Command Replacements: Upgrading Your CLI

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The traditional GNU coreutils (like ls, grep, and cat) have served us well for decades. However, a new generation of command-line tools—mostly written in Rust and Go—are redefining what terminal productivity looks like.

Here is a deep-dive list of modern command replacements you should install, complete with configurations and aliases to integrate them seamlessly into your daily shell.

Getting Started with Zellij Sessions

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

If you are still using tmux or screen, it might be time to take a look at Zellij. Zellij is a modern terminal multiplexer written in Rust that provides a fully out-of-the-box layout system, status bar, and powerful sessions.

Here is a deep-dive guide to mastering Zellij sessions, scripting layouts, and configuring automatic session connections.

Must-Know Bash & Zsh Keyboard Shortcuts

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Many command-line shells (like Bash and Zsh) use the GNU Readline library to handle input. This means you have a powerful set of keyboard shortcuts at your disposal to edit, delete, and navigate long commands without using the arrow keys.

In this deep dive, we’ll cover standard shortcuts, how to enable Vim-style editing in your shell, and how to customize shortcuts using ~/.inputrc.