Some Terminal Frustrations
Survey of 1600 terminal users revealed frustrations around:
- Syntax Memory (115): Forgetting CLI tool syntax and shortcuts.
- Switching Terminals (91): OS and version discrepancies complicate usage.
- Color Issues (85): Inconsistent color schemes and readability problems.
- Keyboard Shortcuts (84): Inconsistencies across OS platforms hinder efficiency.
- Copy/Paste Challenges (75): Issues with copy methods, multiple clipboards.
- Discoverability (55): Difficulty finding tools and features.
- Learning Curve (44): Terminal complexity hampers learning.
- History Problems (42): Limitations and retrieval issues with command history.
- Bad Documentation (37): Lack of clarity and examples in resources.
- Scrollback Issues (36): Problems with data overflow and resizing.
- Outdated Feel (33): Frustration about legacy systems and features.
- Shell Scripting (32): Challenges with POSIX scripting complexities.
122 respondents reported no significant issues. Overall, users find terminal usage complex and frustrating due to various systemic issues, despite experience.