TerminaLite

A lightweight and versatile terminal emulator for Linux and macOS built with GTK3 and VTE.

TerminaLite* is a lightweight and versatile terminal emulator designed for both Linux and macOS platforms. Built using GTK3 and VTE, TerminaLite provides a modern, sleek interface with essential features for all your terminal needs. Whether you're a developer, system administrator, or a casual user, TerminaLite aims to deliver a seamless terminal experience with fast performance and reliable functionality. This project is perfect for those who need a simple yet powerful terminal emulator that integrates well with their workflow and enhances their productivity.

_{* This is currently an experimental phase where the primary focus is on making the system functional and establishing a practical and logical pathway that aligns with both my vision and the project's goals. It might contain errors, bugs, etc. Many other non-core elements of the project are considered secondary.}

Screenshots*

Screenshot macOS

Screenshot Linux (Arch)

_{* This project is still under development. Future updates may include changes to the GUI, and screenshots may not accurately reflect the final design.}

Installation (Arch Linux)*

Via AUR using YAY

TerminaLite (termlite on AUR) is available on AUR (Arch User Repository), and it can be installed using the yay package manager. Follow the steps below to install:

1. Make sure you have yay installed. If not, you can install it with the following command:

   sudo pacman -S yay
   

   Once yay is installed, you can install it by running the following command:

   yay -S termlite
   

This command will automatically fetch the package from AUR and handle the installation process for you. You can find TerminaLite App in your program menu!

Compile

gcc -o TerminaLite src/terminalite.c `pkg-config --cflags --libs gtk+-3.0 vte-2.91`

Dependencies

• GTK+ 3:

Description: A toolkit for creating graphical user interfaces. Library: gtk+-3.0 Usage: Required for creating the main application window and other UI elements.

• VTE:

Description: Provides terminal emulation capabilities within GTK+ applications. Library: vte-2.91 Usage: Required for embedding a terminal emulator in your GTK+ application.

🌟 Contact the Creator and Engineer Behind This Project

👨‍💻 Felipe Alfonso González
📧 Email: f.alfonso@res-ear.ch
🐦 x (Twitter): @felipealfonsog
🔗 GitHub: felipealfonsog
📄 License: BSD 3-Clause

🤝 Support and Contributions

If you find this project helpful and would like to support its development, there are several ways you can contribute:

• Code Contributions: If you're a developer, you can contribute by submitting pull requests with bug fixes, new features, or improvements. Feel free to fork the project (development branch) and create your own branch to work on.
• Bug Reports and Feedback: If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improvement, please open an issue on the project's GitHub repository. Your feedback is valuable in making the project better.
• Documentation: Improving the documentation is always appreciated. If you find any gaps or have suggestions to enhance the project's documentation, please let me know.

Your support and contributions are greatly appreciated! Thank you for your help in making this project better. If you need to mail me, this is the way: f.alfonso@res-ear.ch (I'm Felipe, the Computer Science Engineer behind this idea. Cheers!)

📄 License

This project is licensed under the BSD 3-Clause License. It will have some restrictions, ask about it.