gitsome

gitsome is a command-line interface that adds GitHub commands and autocomplete to terminal work. It suits developers and system administrators who use GitHub from the shell and want optional interactive assistance. Its 29 GitHub commands work across shells, though the documented Python range makes it a difficult fit for newer environments.

Overview

gitsome lets users add GitHub operations to an existing shell or adopt its optional xonsh shell for broader assistance. That flexibility is its clearest strength: users can keep their current shell for the GitHub commands, while those who want completion and interactive help can use xonsh. It also supports GitHub Enterprise, which makes it relevant to organizations using an Enterprise instance.

The main qualification is compatibility. The README supports Python 3.4 through 3.7, and says xonsh does not support Python 2.x. PyPI’s latest release is version 0.8.4, uploaded April 7, 2019. That release history and narrow documented Python range make gitsome a less comfortable choice for a fresh setup on a newer Python environment.

Key features

The 29 GitHub-integrated commands work with all shells, so users can take the GitHub functionality without switching to xonsh. The optional shell adds autocomplete and interactive help for Git commands, options, branches, tags, Git-Extras commands and GitHub commands. It also completes shell commands, files and directories, environment variables, man pages and Python. This breadth is useful for people who want guidance across everyday terminal work; it is unnecessary overhead for someone seeking only a small set of GitHub commands.

Fish-style suggestions, a Python REPL, command history and customizable ANSI highlighting add an interactive layer. History is stored in ~/.xonsh_history.json, and highlighting is configured through ~/.gitsomeconfig. Users who prefer a conventional shell can skip these features by using the GitHub commands in their existing shell.

gitsome integrates with GitHub and GitHub Enterprise and can be used alongside Git-Extras and hub commands. It installs through PyPI with pip3 or can run in Docker. GitHub integration may require account credentials or tokens, and can also require a news feed URL or Enterprise URL. Supplied sensitive information is encrypted in transit to GitHub using SSL; collected information is used to interact with GitHub or GitHub Enterprise and is not transferred to outside parties for other purposes.

Pricing

gitsome is free: its open-source CLI plan costs nothing. There are no paid plans to weigh against the free option. That makes it easy to try for users whose Python environment fits, though a zero price does not resolve the compatibility concerns for newer setups.

Platforms

The README supports macOS, Linux/Unix and Windows, and the software is distributed through PyPI or Docker. On Windows, gh user and gh me show text-only avatars because img2txt does not support ANSI avatars there. On other platforms, displaying avatars for those commands requires the optional PIL or Pillow dependency. The operating systems make gitsome broadly reachable, but the Python requirement remains the more consequential installation constraint.

Who it's for

gitsome is best for developers and system administrators who use GitHub from a terminal, especially those who want GitHub Enterprise support or xonsh’s completion, suggestions and Python REPL. It is less suitable for users who need documented support for Python versions newer than 3.7, or who want a recently released tool. The repository is under the Apache License, Version 2.0, and welcomes contributions and issue reports.

Pros and cons

• Pros: The 29 GitHub commands work across shells, so users can add GitHub operations without replacing their current shell.
• Pros: The optional xonsh shell combines Git and shell completion with interactive help, Fish-style suggestions and a Python REPL.
• Pros: GitHub Enterprise support, PyPI installation and Docker use provide multiple ways to fit it into terminal workflows.
• Cons: The documented Python support ends at 3.7, limiting its appeal for newer environments.
• Cons: The latest PyPI release dates to April 7, 2019, which may put off users who prioritize recent releases.
• Cons: Windows users get text-only avatars in gh user and gh me.

Alternatives

Readers comparing terminal applications can browse Terminal Emulators. Consider these alternatives when their platform support or focus better fits your setup:

• Termalin is worth considering for users who want a freemium option with SSH and SFTP, an encrypted local vault, session recording and replay, or a watch grid; its free plan is available forever.
• Contour is a free option for users looking for a terminal emulator on Linux, macOS or Windows.
• Warp may fit developers who want core terminal features and Warp Agent CLI access on Linux, macOS, self-hosted setups or Windows.
• Alacritty is a free, open-source terminal emulator for Linux, macOS and Windows.
• Hyper is another free option for Linux, macOS and Windows.
• Konsole is a free, open-source terminal application for Linux, macOS and Windows.
• Tabby offers a free FOSS option for Linux, macOS and Windows.
• WezTerm is a free option for Linux, macOS and Windows, with an MIT-licensed plan.

Verdict

Choose gitsome if you want GitHub commands in your shell and would benefit from xonsh’s completion and interactive assistance, particularly with GitHub Enterprise. Its free, flexible shell integration is compelling, but the documented Python ceiling and 2019 latest release make it a poor default for newer environments. If those constraints matter, choose a terminal alternative that better fits your platform needs.