skm
A command-line tool to manage multiple SSH keys with aliases, switching, backup, and agent integration.
What is skm?
SKM is a command-line SSH keys manager that helps users organize, switch between, and back up multiple SSH key pairs using alias names. It solves the problem of managing keys for different servers, environments, or Git accounts by providing a centralized, intuitive interface. The tool supports key creation, listing, deletion, remote deployment, and integration with SSH agent caching.
Developers, system administrators, and DevOps engineers who regularly use multiple SSH keys for accessing different servers, cloud instances, or Git repositories. It is especially useful for those managing separate keys for work, personal projects, and various environments like development, staging, and production.
SKM offers a streamlined, alias-driven approach to SSH key management, eliminating manual file renaming and directory juggling. Its unique features include an interactive prompt for key selection, backup/restore functionality, and a hook system for automating post-switch tasks, making it more powerful than basic shell scripts while remaining simple to use.
Overview
A simple and powerful SSH keys manager
Use Cases
Best For
- Managing SSH keys for multiple Git hosting services (GitHub, GitLab, etc.)
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