Terminal Ninja

Master your terminal. Ship faster. Look good doing it.

Terminal Ninja is a home for people who live in the command line — practical guides for making your shell faster and prettier, plus honest reviews of the terminal emulators, tools, and gear that make the job easier.

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Customize Your Shell Prompt

Set up Starship for a fast, informative prompt that works in any shell.

Essential Keyboard Shortcuts

Stop reaching for the mouse. Learn the terminal shortcuts that save you the most time.

Best Terminal Emulators

Warp, iTerm2, Alacritty, Ghostty, and more — compared side by side so you can pick the right one.

Best Mechanical Keyboards

Typing all day? Here are the keyboards worth the upgrade.