Tmux Tutorial - Master Terminal Multiplexing for Productivity
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Tmux (Terminal Multiplexer) is a powerful command-line tool that allows you to manage multiple terminal sessions within a single window. It's essential for developers, system administrators, and anyone who works extensively with the command line.
Overview
Tmux enables you to:
- Run multiple programs simultaneously in separate windows and panes
- Detach and reattach to sessions, maintaining long-running processes
- Share sessions between multiple users or terminals
- Organize workflows with custom layouts and configurations
- Maintain persistent sessions that survive SSH disconnections
Key Concepts
- Session: A collection of windows managed together
- Window: A single screen containing one or more panes
- Pane: Individual terminal instances within a window
- Prefix Key: Command key combination (default:
Ctrl+b)
