tui-automation

Automate TUI interactions in tmux sessions with shell scripts and Python.

18|Updated Jun 26, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #testing #tmux #scripting #tui #gwm

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npx skills add https://github.com/shutootaki/gwm --skill tui-automation

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Skill: tui-automation
Source: https://github.com/shutootaki/gwm/tree/main/.claude/skills/tui-automation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shutootaki/gwm --skill tui-automation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the interaction with Text User Interfaces (TUIs) like the one provided by gwm-rust, enabling scripted testing and validation of TUI-based applications.

Core Features & Use Cases

TUI Scripting: Automate complex sequences of key presses and commands within a tmux session.
State Inspection: Programmatically query the current state of the TUI for validation and decision-making.
Use Case: Automatically test the gwm add command by simulating user input to create a new branch, verifying that the TUI transitions through the expected states (text input, confirmation, success).

Quick Start

Use the tui-automation skill to start a TUI session for the command './target/debug/gwm add'.

Frequently Asked Questions about tui-automation

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

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How do I automate TUI interactions for testing command-line applications?▼

Automate TUI interactions by running shell scripts and Python within a tmux session to simulate key presses and parse screen state. This allows scripted testing and validation of TUI-based applications like gwm-rust.

What's the best way to script tmux sessions to simulate user input in a TUI?▼

Scripting tmux sessions to simulate user input involves using shell scripts for session management and input simulation, alongside Python for state extraction to verify expected TUI transitions.

Can I programmatically inspect and validate the current state of a TUI?▼

Yes, you can programmatically query the current TUI state using Python for state parsing. This enables validation of screen output and decision-making during automated testing sequences.

Do I need Python3 and tmux to automate text user interface testing?▼

Yes, tmux and Python3 are required dependencies. Tmux handles session management and input simulation, while Python3 parses the extracted screen state for validation logic.

How does tmux automation handle complex key press sequences in TUI applications?▼

Tmux automation handles complex key press sequences by scripting them within a tmux session, allowing you to simulate commands like 'gwm add' and verify state transitions from text input to success.