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Revolutionizing Terminal Commands: A New Approach for Improved User Experience

Guiding users away from cd and ls ๐Ÿ”—

A fun experiment in UX for better terminals.

The text discusses a strategy to transition users away from using the traditional commands "cd" and "ls" in terminals to a new and improved alternative. The author describes incorporating new behavior into the old commands and implementing features such as auto-suggestion, real-time command analysis, and timed tutorial hints. Additionally, the author shares plans to ship an alpha version and invites feedback from users. The text also touches on the use of language models and the importance of user experience in terminal design. The author closes with an invitation to follow their work on Twitch and hints at potential future collaborations.

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