eureka ☆
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Description:
CLI tool to input and store your ideas without leaving the terminal
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.0.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: cli productivity note-taking developer-tools terminal
Install: brew install eureka
About:
Eureka is a command-line interface tool designed to capture, organize, and store fleeting thoughts or ideas directly within the terminal environment. It eliminates the need to switch contexts to external note-taking apps, streamlining the workflow for developers and power users. The tool persists ideas locally, ensuring quick retrieval and maintaining focus on the task at hand.
Key Features:
  • Terminal-native workflow for rapid idea capture
  • Local storage of ideas for privacy and fast access
  • Simple commands for adding, listing, and managing thoughts
  • Minimalist design that avoids context switching
Use Cases:
  • Recording bug fixes or feature ideas while debugging code
  • Jotting down meeting notes or action items during terminal sessions
  • Storing one-liners, shell commands, or snippets for later reference
Alternatives:
  • nb – A CLI note-taking tool with more complex organization features like tagging and notebooks, whereas Eureka focuses on simple, rapid capture.
  • vim / nano – General-purpose text editors that require manual file management, while Eureka provides a structured workflow for idea capture.
License: MIT
Dependencies: openssl@3
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, arm64_big_sur, sonoma, ventura, monterey, big_sur, catalina, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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Sep 13, 2025 3:25pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 465b52fe
Sep 13, 2024 3:24am 0 VERSION_BUMP 21467522
Nov 29, 2022 9:07pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 9552ca87
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