tmate ☆

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Description:
Instant terminal sharing

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @tmate_io | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: terminal tmux collaboration ssh remote-access

Install: brew install tmate

About:
tmate is a terminal multiplexer that enables instant, encrypted terminal sharing by creating a session that others can join via a unique SSH URL. It leverages tmux to provide persistent sessions that survive disconnections. This tool is ideal for quick debugging, pair programming, or collaborative support without complex network configuration.

Key Features:

Instant SSH-based session sharing
Encrypted peer-to-peer connections
Persistent sessions with tmux integration
Open source client and server

Use Cases:

Live debugging with colleagues or support teams
Remote pair programming sessions
Quickly sharing a terminal for educational purposes

Alternatives:

Screen – Local terminal multiplexer without built-in remote sharing
Teletype for Atom – Editor-focused sharing, not terminal-based
Teleconsole – Similar instant sharing, but different tooling and protocol

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