opentui

Build terminal user interfaces with OpenTUI components and layouts.

Updated Dec 31, 2024
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npx skills add https://github.com/msmps/dotfiles --skill opentui-msmps
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Skill: opentui
Source: https://github.com/msmps/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/opentui
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/msmps/dotfiles --skill opentui-msmps

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires @opentui/core, @opentui/react, @opentui/solid, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to build and manage terminal user interfaces (TUIs) with OpenTUI, an open-source library for terminal-based UI development.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Framework Support: Supports imperative API (Core), React reconciler, and Solid reconciler.
  • Component Library: Offers a wide range of UI components for text, containers, inputs, and more.
  • Layout System: Utilizes Yoga layout engine for flexible and responsive design.
  • Animation System: Includes a timeline-based animation system for smooth property transitions.
  • Testing and Debugging: Provides tools for testing and debugging TUI applications.
  • Use Case: Develop a TUI for managing a task list, where users can add, edit, and delete tasks, and view them in a visually appealing format.

Quick Start

Use the opentui skill to create a new React-based TUI project called 'my_tui'.

Frequently Asked Questions about opentui

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I build a terminal user interface with React or Solid?

You can build a terminal user interface using OpenTUI's React or Solid reconcilers. This Skill provides the necessary components and framework support to create interactive command-line applications seamlessly.

What is the best way to layout components in a TUI application?

The best way to layout components in a TUI application is using the Yoga layout engine provided by OpenTUI. It enables flexible and responsive design for terminal user interfaces.

Can I animate terminal UI components smoothly?

Yes, you can animate terminal UI components smoothly. OpenTUI includes a timeline-based animation system designed for smooth property transitions within your command-line applications.

Does this Skill support imperative API for TUI development?

Yes, this Skill supports imperative API for TUI development. OpenTUI provides a Core imperative API alongside React and Solid reconcilers for building terminal user interfaces.

Are there tools for testing and debugging interactive TUIs?

Yes, there are tools for testing and debugging interactive TUIs. OpenTUI provides specific capabilities to test and debug your terminal user interface applications during development.

Do I need specific dependencies to manage terminal user interfaces with OpenTUI?

Yes, you need specific dependencies to manage terminal user interfaces with OpenTUI. This Skill requires the OpenTUI library and related packages like @opentui/core, @opentui/react, and @opentui/solid.