https://dots.waylonwalker.com/tags/tmux/atom.xml 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z Waylon Walker https://waylonwalker.com https://dots.waylonwalker.com/tmux-session-switching/ 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z

Demonstration of tmux session switching workflow for managing multiple projects

<p>A demonstration of switching between multiple tmux sessions using Alt+Space and session management commands.</p> <h2 id="what-is-shown">What is Shown <a href="#what-is-shown" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <ul> <li>Multiple sessions running (dotfiles, project1, work)</li> <li>Switching between sessions with Alt+Space</li> <li>Checking current session context with pwd</li> <li>Listing all active sessions</li> </ul> <h2 id="key-takeaway">Key Takeaway <a href="#key-takeaway" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <p>Session switching allows you to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Switch contexts instantly without losing your place in each project.</p> <p><video autoplay loop muted playsinline controls preload="metadata" class="md-video"><source src="/tapes/tmux-session-switching.mp4" type="video/mp4">tmux session switching demo</video></p> <h2 id="related">Related <a href="#related" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <div class="embed-card"> <a href="/tmux/" class="embed-card-link"> <div class="embed-card-content"> <div class="embed-card-title">tmux Configuration</div> <div class="embed-card-description">tmux configuration for persistent terminal sessions with popup windows and session management</div> <div class="embed-card-meta">Feb 7, 2026</div> </div> </a> </div> Waylon Walker https://waylonwalker.com https://dots.waylonwalker.com/tmux-scratch-session/ 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z

Demonstration of tmux scratch session workflow for quick notes and experiments

<p>A demonstration of using tmux scratch sessions for quick notes, experiments, and temporary work without cluttering your main workspace.</p> <h2 id="what-is-shown">What is Shown <a href="#what-is-shown" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <ul> <li>Working in a main project session</li> <li>Opening scratch session with Alt+G</li> <li>Running quick commands in the scratch pad</li> <li>Exiting back to the original session</li> </ul> <h2 id="key-takeaway">Key Takeaway <a href="#key-takeaway" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <p>Scratch sessions provide a clean slate for quick experiments. Create one with Alt+G, do your work, then exit back to where you were.</p> <p><video autoplay loop muted playsinline controls preload="metadata" class="md-video"><source src="/tapes/tmux-scratch-session.mp4" type="video/mp4">tmux scratch session demo</video></p> <h2 id="related">Related <a href="#related" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <div class="embed-card"> <a href="/tmux/" class="embed-card-link"> <div class="embed-card-content"> <div class="embed-card-title">tmux Configuration</div> <div class="embed-card-description">tmux configuration for persistent terminal sessions with popup windows and session management</div> <div class="embed-card-meta">Feb 7, 2026</div> </div> </a> </div> Waylon Walker https://waylonwalker.com https://dots.waylonwalker.com/tmux-git-project-session/ 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z

Demonstration of creating dedicated tmux sessions for git projects

<p>A demonstration of creating dedicated tmux sessions for individual git repositories, keeping each project's context isolated.</p> <h2 id="what-is-shown">What is Shown <a href="#what-is-shown" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <ul> <li>Starting in a git repository</li> <li>Creating a new session named after the project</li> <li>Listing all active sessions</li> <li>Opening the editor in the new session context</li> </ul> <h2 id="key-takeaway">Key Takeaway <a href="#key-takeaway" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <p>Dedicated sessions per project keep your workspaces organized. Each git repo gets its own tmux session with the correct working directory.</p> <p><video autoplay loop muted playsinline controls preload="metadata" class="md-video"><source src="/tapes/tmux-git-project-session.mp4" type="video/mp4">tmux git project session demo</video></p> <h2 id="related">Related <a href="#related" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <div class="embed-card"> <a href="/tmux/" class="embed-card-link"> <div class="embed-card-content"> <div class="embed-card-title">tmux Configuration</div> <div class="embed-card-description">tmux configuration for persistent terminal sessions with popup windows and session management</div> <div class="embed-card-meta">Feb 7, 2026</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="embed-card"> <a href="/git/" class="embed-card-link"> <div class="embed-card-content"> <div class="embed-card-title">Git Configuration</div> <div class="embed-card-description">Git configuration with aliases, delta for diffs, and work/personal separation</div> <div class="embed-card-meta">Feb 7, 2026</div> </div> </a> </div> Waylon Walker https://waylonwalker.com https://dots.waylonwalker.com/lf-tmux-popup/ 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z 2026-02-07T00:00:00Z

Demonstration of lf file manager integrated with tmux popup workflow

<p>A demonstration of using lf inside a tmux popup window, showing the seamless integration between file management and terminal multiplexing.</p> <h2 id="what-is-shown">What is Shown <a href="#what-is-shown" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <ul> <li>Working in a terminal session</li> <li>Opening lf (simulating Alt+E popup binding)</li> <li>Navigating to a file</li> <li>Opening the file</li> <li>Returning to the original session</li> </ul> <h2 id="key-takeaway">Key Takeaway <a href="#key-takeaway" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <p>The tmux popup integration allows you to browse files without leaving your current context. Open files, check directories, then return exactly where you were.</p> <p><video autoplay loop muted playsinline controls preload="metadata" class="md-video"><source src="/tapes/lf-tmux-popup.mp4" type="video/mp4">lf tmux popup demo</video></p> <h2 id="related">Related <a href="#related" class="heading-anchor">#</a></h2> <div class="embed-card"> <a href="/lf/" class="embed-card-link"> <div class="embed-card-content"> <div class="embed-card-title">lf</div> <div class="embed-card-description">lf - a terminal file manager written in Go</div> <div class="embed-card-meta">Feb 7, 2026</div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="embed-card"> <a href="/tmux/" class="embed-card-link"> <div class="embed-card-content"> <div class="embed-card-title">tmux Configuration</div> <div class="embed-card-description">tmux configuration for persistent terminal sessions with popup windows and session management</div> <div class="embed-card-meta">Feb 7, 2026</div> </div> </a> </div> Waylon Walker https://waylonwalker.com