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#416 A Ghostly Episode

Jan 13, 2025
Discover the innovative terminal emulator Ghostty that combines speed, features, and a user-friendly design for MacOS and Linux users. Learn about the transition to a simpler Bash setup for efficient Python development and the introduction of WinLoop to enhance AsyncIO on Windows. Dive into secure coding practices with a focus on threat modeling and collaborative strategies. The hosts also share their personal coding experiences, upcoming events in the Python community, and the evolution of podcasting into an interactive learning platform.
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Quick takeaways

  • Ghostty is a new terminal emulator designed for speed and features, integrating seamlessly with various shells for enhanced user experience.
  • WinLoop significantly improves AsyncIO performance on Windows, addressing compatibility issues with UV loop and increasing efficiency for developers.

Deep dives

Terminal Emulator Advancements

Ghosty is a newly released terminal emulator that aims to combine speed, feature richness, and a native user interface. It is built using the Zig programming language and has been designed with performance in mind, boasting streamlined code that enhances its efficiency. Although it is still being compared to existing emulators like Warp, many users have reported its fast operation and appealing features like theming. Ghosty also integrates well with various shells, automatically injecting shell configurations for popular options like Bash and Z shell.

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