IntelliShell - smart command and template manager for the terminal

IntelliShell is a powerful tool for developers, DevOps engineers, and system administrators that turns your terminal into a structured, intelligent command library.
Unlike the usual command history, IntelliShell doesn’t just remember what you typed - it lets you organize, search, save, and reuse command templates with context and parameters.

GitHub: lasantosr/intelli-shell

Why You Need IntelliShell

In standard shells like Bash, Zsh, or Fish, the command history quickly turns into chaos. When you need to recall a complex command with flags or arguments, you often end up digging through `Ctrl+R` or old scripts.

IntelliShell solves this problem: it transforms your terminal commands into an interactive knowledge base right in your shell.

Main Features:

• Save Command Templates – turn frequently used commands into reusable snippets.
• Contextual Search – find commands by keywords, tags, or arguments.
• Interactive Variables – templates can include parameters (like file name, path, or server address).
• Categorization – create groups such as “git”, “docker”, “deploy”, “network”, etc.
• Integration with Any Shell – works with Bash, Zsh, Fish, PowerShell, and others.

Usage Examples

1. Repetitive Commands with Parameters

Instead of typing:

You can create a template:

And then run:

IntelliShell will ask for file, user, and host and execute the command with the proper values.

2. Git Template

Now you can quickly make commits with your message and branch name - without typing the full command.

3. Administration Snippets

Such templates are especially useful for DevOps and SRE engineers working across multiple environments.

Installation

You can install IntelliShell directly from the source:

After building, the binary will be available at:

For convenience, add it to your $PATH and create an alias:

How to Organize Your Command Library

You can group templates by topic:

• git/ – Git templates
• docker/ – Docker commands
• deploy/ – deployment and CI/CD
• monitoring/ – system checks and metrics

Commands can be exported and shared with teammates through a shared repository.

Integration into Your Workflow

IntelliShell is perfect for:

• automating repetitive operations (deployments, CI/CD, migrations);
• training new team members - instead of “check your history”;
• systematizing useful commands in one library;
• working with cloud and infrastructure tools (AWS CLI, Terraform, Ansible).

Why You Should Try IntelliShell

• Speed: instant search and execution of saved commands.
• Convenience: parameterized templates prevent typing errors.
• Organization: no more losing commands in history.
• Teamwork: share command templates with your colleagues.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Can I use IntelliShell with Bash or Zsh?
  Yes, IntelliShell works with any shell, including Bash, Zsh, Fish, and PowerShell.
• How is IntelliShell better than regular command history?
  Regular history just stores lines of text, while IntelliShell keeps structured templates with variables, tags, and descriptions.
• Can I use IntelliShell in CI/CD scripts?
  Yes, you can create templates for deployment, testing, and build commands, and run them in CI/CD pipelines.
• Where are templates stored?
  By default, in the user’s configuration directory (e.g., ~/.config/intelli-shell/), but you can change the path.
• Does IntelliShell support autocompletion?
  Yes, popular shells are supported with built-in autocompletion.
• Can I share my templates with teammates?
  Yes, templates can be exported to YAML/JSON and stored in a shared repository.

Conclusion

IntelliShell turns your terminal into a smart command management system. It saves time, removes chaos from your history, and makes developers and DevOps engineers more productive. If you often repeat the same commands - try IntelliShell and turn them into reusable, organized templates.