Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Warp Terminal × Next Gen Terminals
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Feb 22, 2023 Discover the exciting new features of Warp, the terminal app that's changing the game for developers! Hear about AI command search that simplifies executing commands and innovative customization options that enhance user experience. The speakers discuss their personal transitions from traditional terminals, comparing them to modern alternatives. Plus, enjoy some humorous parenting anecdotes and the challenges of managing children's screen time. It's a mix of tech insights and relatable parenting stories!
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Modernizing the Terminal
- Warp terminal modernizes the terminal experience, addressing long-standing annoyances like lack of click-and-drag cursor placement.
- It offers features like multiple cursors and VS Code-like keyboard shortcuts, making it more user-friendly.
Terminal History
- Wes Bos used iTerm2 for years, briefly switched to Hyper, but found its plugin ecosystem lacking.
- He appreciates the design of Hyper and iTerm but prefers Warp's overall experience.
Terminal Terminology
- Understand terminal terminology, including shells (ZSH, Bash), prompts (OhMyZsh, Starship), and the terminal application itself.
- Use WSL on Windows for a Unix-like environment, simplifying command usage.