terminals-are-sexy

This repository is a curated list of tools, frameworks, plugins, and resources for people who spend a lot of time working in a terminal, the text-based window where you type commands on a computer. The list is organized into sections covering different aspects of the terminal experience.

The shells section covers the programs that actually interpret the commands you type. It lists options like Bash (the most common default on Linux), Zsh (popular for its customization options), and Fish (known for being beginner-friendly with features like autocompletion built in). Each shell has its own sub-section listing plugins and configuration frameworks that extend it, such as oh-my-zsh for Zsh or bash-it for Bash, which let you add themes, shortcuts, and extra behaviors without building everything from scratch.

The terminal emulation section lists the actual applications you open on your desktop to get a terminal window. These range from the default terminals that come with operating systems to third-party options like Alacritty, which uses the graphics card for faster rendering, or Cmder, a popular choice for Windows users who want a more capable terminal experience.

The list also covers package managers, which are tools for installing software from the command line, organized by operating system. A tools and plugins section collects utilities that enhance productivity in the terminal, and a text editors section highlights editors designed to work inside a terminal window.

The repository itself is a static list with links pointing to external projects. It does not contain any software to install or run. Anyone can suggest additions through a pull request. The list is part of the broader "awesome lists" family of curated GitHub collections.