rusk is a command-line task manager that combines straightforward task commands with flexible data storage. It is designed for users who want to manage commitments from a terminal without being tied to one particular database or file format.
The application provides facilities for capturing tasks, organising their dependencies and reviewing deadlines. Its interactive editor allows more extensive changes to be made without having to compose long command-line arguments.
A distinguishing feature is its range of storage options. Tasks can be kept in conventional text formats, structured files or databases, allowing the application to fit different workflows and integration requirements.
rusk also provides synchronisation capabilities and a separate web interface, making it useful for people who want command-line access alongside other ways of viewing their tasks.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Add, edit, complete, reopen and delete tasks.
- Due dates using absolute, relative and natural date expressions.
- Task priorities and dependencies.
- Case-insensitive phrase searching with highlighted results.
- Interactive multi-line editor with undo functionality.
- Clipboard support and crash-safe editing drafts.
- Tab completion for commands, task identifiers, flags and dates.
- Compact and expanded task views.
- Optional web interface suitable for mobile devices.
- Static HTML export of task information.
- Support for JSON, CSV, Markdown, todo.txt, NDJSON, iCalendar and SQLite storage.
- Remote synchronisation over SSH and HTTPS.
- Git-backed task storage.
- Atomic file saving with automatic backups.
- Multiple command operations without corrupting shared task data.
- Cross-platform support – runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Website: github.com/tagirov/rusk
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Developer: Alex Tagirov
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
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