genact ☆
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Description:
Nonsense activity generator
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: cli tool fun prank demo
Install: brew install genact
About:
Genact is a command-line tool that simulates various productive activities like compiling code, downloading files, or generating cryptographic keys. It produces realistic-looking but completely bogus output and progress bars. Its primary value is as a harmless time-waster or distraction for demonstrations, presentations, or pranks.
Key Features:
  • Simulates multiple activities like compiling, downloading, and mining crypto
  • Features realistic progress bars and console output
  • Cross-platform and easy to run
  • Configurable modules and speed
Use Cases:
  • Pretending to be busy when someone walks by your desk
  • Demonstrating a complex system without waiting for real operations
  • Creating a fun screensaver or terminal effect
Alternatives:
  • cmatrix – Classic 'The Matrix' code rain effect; simpler and focused on one visual.
  • hollywood – Creates a busy terminal layout with multiple panes; more about UI layout than specific tasks.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 12, 2025 8:16am 0 VERSION_BUMP c4386f35
Sep 13, 2024 8:34am 0 VERSION_BUMP fdac5178
Dec 18, 2023 3:53pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 0411dae3
Oct 1, 2023 10:04pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 0debcba4
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