๐ 45-modern-tools Index
๐ง Modern Tools Ecosystem
Next-generation CLI tools written in Rust, Go, and other modern languages that enhance productivity while maintaining compatibility with traditional Unix philosophy.
๐ Contents
- Modern Tools: Comparison Table
- Modern Tools: Migration Guide
- Rust Tools Ecosystem
- Go Tools Ecosystem
๐ฏ Learning Objectives
โ Understand modern alternatives to classic Unix tools โ Evaluate performance, safety, and feature trade-offs โ Migrate existing workflows to modern tools safely โ Leverage Rust and Go ecosystems for shell enhancement
๐ Quick Reference
| Classic Tool | Modern Alternative | Language | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
ls |
exa/lsd |
Rust | Colors, icons, git status |
cat |
bat |
Rust | Syntax highlighting, paging |
grep |
ripgrep (rg) |
Rust | Faster, better defaults |
find |
fd |
Rust | Simpler syntax, faster |
ps |
procs |
Rust | Modern UI, JSON output |
top |
bottom (btm) |
Rust | TUI dashboard |
du |
dust |
Rust | Tree visualization |
diff |
delta |
Rust | Syntax-highlighted diffs |
tail |
lnav |
C++ | Log navigator |
curl |
xh/httpie |
Python/Rust | User-friendly HTTP client |
๐ Modern Tools Learning Path
- Comparison Table - Overview
- Migration Guide - Safe adoption
- Rust Ecosystem - Performance tools
- Go Ecosystem - Cloud-native tools