7 Amazing CLI Tools You Need To Try

Step-by-Step Tutorial: 7 Amazing CLI Tools You Need To Try

1. Install FCF Tool:

   • Use Homebrew to install FCF, a fast and useful fuzzy finder for the command line.
   • Open the config file with your preferred text editor (e.g., neovim).
   • Add the necessary configurations to set up FCF key bindings and fuzzy the configuration.
   • Use FCF to search for directories and files by typing and using shortcuts like envm or code.
   • Explore different functionalities like searching for directories, opening files with editors, working with SSH, environment variables, and history using FCF.

2. Install Bat Tool:

   • Use Homebrew to install Bat, a better version of cat with syntax highlighting for file content.
   • Explore different themes available in Bat using the command provided in the video.
   • Customize and set a theme (e.g., Tokyo night theme) in Bat for syntax highlighting.
   • Integrate Bat with FCF for better file previews and navigation.

3. Install Delta Tool:

   • Install Delta with Homebrew, a tool that enhances Git diffs with syntax highlighting.
   • Configure Delta in your Git configuration file to use it for Git diffs and enable side-by-side diff view.

4. Integrate Bat with FZF Previews:

   • Install eza as a better alternative to ls for listing files in directories.
   • Set up previews for files and directories using FCF and eza.
   • Define functions for file previews and enable tab functionality for better navigation.

5. Install TLDR Tool:

   • Install TLDR with Homebrew, a tool that provides user-friendly summaries for command line tools.
   • Use TLDR as an alternative to traditional Man pages for quick references on command usage.

6. Install Thefuck Tool:

   • Install Thefuck with Homebrew, a tool for autocorrecting mistyped commands.
   • Set up default or custom aliases for using Thefuck to correct commands.

7. Install Z Tool:

   • Install Z with Homebrew, a tool that simplifies directory navigation using shortcuts.
   • Configure Z to navigate easily between directories by typing a matching string.
   • Customize Z configurations for better usability and integration with your terminal theme.

8. Customize Terminal Theme:

   • Set up custom colors and themes for your terminal using the provided configurations.
   • Apply the theme changes and configurations to your terminal for a personalized look and feel.

9. Additional Resources:

   • Explore the theme generator mentioned in the video description for further customization.
   • Watch the video tutorial on setting up Alacrity terminal for more insights.
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By following these steps, you can enhance your command line experience with these amazing CLI tools recommended in the video.