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title: "igntui - .gitignore Generator TUI"
author: "Mohammad Abu Mattar"
canonical: https://mkabumattar.com/projects/igntui---gitignore-generator-tui
---

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# igntui - .gitignore Generator TUI

A powerful Terminal User Interface (TUI) and CLI for generating .gitignore files from gitignore.io templates. Features smart search, multi-template selection, live preview, and intelligent caching for instant access to 571+ templates.

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## // key features

-   Interactive TUI with fuzzy, exact, and regex search modes
-   Multi-template selection and combination
-   Live preview of generated .gitignore content
-   571+ templates from gitignore.io
-   Intelligent caching for instant access
-   Export templates as JSON for team sharing
-   Cross-platform support (Windows, Linux, macOS)

## // stack

PythonTUICLIPyPIcurses

## // links

[Install igntui](https://pypi.org/project/igntui/)[View Source](https://github.com/MKAbuMattar/igntui)[

PyPI Package](https://pypi.org/project/igntui/)

## // discussion

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