Tetrotime is a terminal clock, timer, and stopwatch that renders time using falling tetromino shapes.
It gives a playful Tetris-inspired presentation of time directly in the terminal.
It supports three modes (clock, stopwatch, countdown) and ships with 12 colour schemes.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Displays time using falling tetromino-style digits.
- Works as a clock, stopwatch, and countdown timer.
- Runs in the terminal.
- Offers multiple colour schemes.
- Provides a distinctive Tetris-inspired visual style.
Website: github.com/jakobwesthoff/tetrotime
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Developer: Jakob Westhoff
License: MIT License

Tetrotime is written in Rust. Learn Rust with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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