elvish
A powerful scripting language and versatile interactive shell with modern features and a statically linked binary.
What is elvish?
Elvish is a modern shell and scripting language that combines an expressive programming language with a versatile interactive shell. It provides built-in features like syntax highlighting, command history, and structured data pipelines, eliminating the need for many external tools. The project delivers a statically linked binary that runs on Linux, BSDs, macOS, and Windows without dependencies.
System administrators, DevOps engineers, and developers who work extensively in the command line and want a more powerful, modern alternative to traditional shells like Bash or Zsh.
Developers choose Elvish for its integrated design where the shell and scripting language are built together, offering a cohesive experience with modern programming features, structured data pipelines, and built-in utilities that reduce reliance on external tools.
Overview
Powerful scripting language & versatile interactive shell
Use Cases
Best For
- Writing complex shell scripts with modern programming constructs
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