Tmux in 100 Seconds

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22 Sept 202403:01

Summary

TLDRThe video introduces t-mo, an open-source terminal multiplexer that allows managing multiple terminal sessions from a single window. Created by Nicholas Marriott in 2007, t-mo offers a status bar for easy navigation and supports session management, even after closing a terminal. It simplifies workflow by allowing users to script sessions, split panes, and customize appearances. The video demonstrates t-mo's features, including session restoration and environment setup, promoting efficient terminal usage.

Takeaways

  • 🛠️ t-mo is an open-source terminal multiplexer for managing multiple terminal sessions from a single window.
  • 🚀 Created by Nicholas Marriott in 2007 to overcome the limitations of G screen.
  • 📜 Licensed under the permissive BSD license.
  • 🖥️ Allows combining multiple terminals into a single window with an organized status bar.
  • 🔄 Can split terminals into panes both horizontally and vertically.
  • 💻 Supports custom naming for each terminal session.
  • 🔄 Sessions continue running in the background even after the terminal is closed.
  • 📝 Can be controlled with scripting to define sessions programmatically.
  • 🔌 Includes pre-built plugins like 'resurrect' for environment restoration and 'power line' for customization.
  • 💾 Compatible with Unix-like systems including macOS, Linux, and WSL.
  • 📝 Demonstrates how to use t-mo with bash scripting for session management and customization.

Q & A

  • What is t-mo?

    -t-mo is an open-source terminal multiplexer that allows users to manage multiple terminal sessions from a single window.

  • Who created t-mo and why?

    -t-mo was created by Nicholas Marriott in 2007 out of frustration with the limitations of G screen.

  • What license is t-mo offered under?

    -t-mo is offered under the more permissive BSD license.

  • How does t-mo help in managing multiple terminal windows?

    -t-mo allows combining multiple terminal sessions into a single window, organized in a status bar, making navigation between them easy without using a mouse.

  • Can t-mo sessions be split into panes?

    -Yes, t-mo allows splitting terminal sessions into both horizontal and vertical panes.

  • What happens when a t-mo session is closed?

    -When a t-mo session is closed, it does not terminate; instead, it detaches and continues running in the background.

  • How can one reattach to a closed t-mo session?

    -To reattach to a closed session, one can use the 't-mo ls' command to list active sessions and then reattach to the desired session.

  • Can t-mo be controlled with scripting?

    -Yes, t-mo can be controlled with scripting, allowing users to define sessions programmatically with just a few lines of bash code.

  • What is the purpose of the 'resurrect' plugin for t-mo?

    -The 'resurrect' plugin for t-mo is used to restore the user's environment after a reboot or system restart.

  • How does the 'power line' plugin customize t-mo?

    -The 'power line' plugin allows for extensive customization of t-mo, enabling users to change its appearance in various ways.

  • What is the process to start a new t-mo session?

    -To start a new t-mo session, open a terminal window, run any random process, then create a new terminal window by pressing 'Ctrl-B' followed by 'C'.

  • How can one navigate between t-mo panes?

    -One can navigate between t-mo panes using the arrow keys or by pressing 'Ctrl-B' followed by the pane's index number.

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