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Learning Paths

An unrestricted chezmoi apply applies the configured files and install hooks. You can keep using your IDE while learning the installed terminal tools one at a time.

If you use VSCode or JetBrains, start with Git and Fish in the integrated terminal, then try tmux and Neovim.

1. Git and identity​

Keep using your current IDE and terminal.

What you get immediately:

  • SSH commit signing
  • 1Password-backed SSH agent setup
  • Opinionated git defaults (rerere, autosquash, delta, etc.)

Where to read:

2. Fish​

Start using Fish as your default shell inside your IDE's integrated terminal.

What to focus on:

  • Fish shell + fzf ergonomics (Ctrl+R for history, etc.)
  • Getting used to the prompt and aliases

Where to read:

3. Tmux and CLI tools​

Move out of the IDE's integrated terminal and into a dedicated terminal app (like Ghostty, Alacritty, or iTerm) running tmux.

What to focus on:

  • tmux sessions + keybindings
  • Isolate work with git worktrees (,w commands)
  • custom CLI tools under ~/bin

Where to read:

4. Neovim (optional)​

Try Neovim in a tmux pane when you want to explore its editing workflow.

What to focus on:

  • Neovim configuration managed like code
  • Curated plugins + custom local plugins

Where to read:

5. CLI assistants​

Run assistants alongside your editor and use the shared instructions, skills, and handoff notes to manage their work.

What to focus on:

  • Start a terminal assistant, such as Pi or OpenCode.
  • Read the shared operating rules and each repository's instructions.
  • Configure MCP tools for the context the task needs.

Where to read: