Be more productive using the command line interface

Understand and learn program syntax with explanations from kmdr (kom·mand·er)

We break down commands to explain each attribute

Explanation coverage:

  • 302 programs

  • 1k subcommands

  • 13k options

Ways to leverage kmdr

kmdr explanations are available via the installable CLI tool, embedded in code snippets, and through a browser extension.

What folks are saying

  • "If you’re struggling with Linux terminal commands, Kmdr can help you to decipher them. It’s a helpful tool, especially for beginner Linux users" - Ben Stockton 10/04/2019
    maketecheasier

  • "It helps you to easily learn CLI commands without leaving the terminal and without having to go through lengthy man pages. Not just Linux commands, Kmdr provides explanation for a lot of CLI commands" - SK 09/19/2019
    OSTechNix
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"git style" programs

Commands with multiple layers of sub-commands are explained by kmdr. Programs with this new CLI pattern include docker, kubectl, vagrant, pip, npm, yarn and many more.

Different option formats

Short and long format options are explained by kmdr. Changes in order, arrangement, or option groupings won't derail your command explanation.

Multiple commands and operators

kmdr can identify commands within a long query explaining every stage including any piping, redirection, list constructs, or operators.

Beyond explanations

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