What is File Sentinel?
File Monitor watches text files likezsh_history orbash_history, automatically saving the latest command lines so you can quickly search and never forget your terminal history.
Problem
Users manually track terminal command history via text files like zsh_history or bash_history, leading to lost commands, inefficient searches, and unreliable history records.
Solution
A file monitoring tool that automatically syncs and saves terminal commands from text files, enabling users to search history instantly (e.g., tracking zsh_history updates).
Customers
Software developers, DevOps engineers, sysadmins, and data scientists who frequently use terminal commands and need organized history.
Unique Features
Real-time monitoring of shell history files, automated command synchronization, and a searchable database for terminal activity.
User Comments
Solves lost command issues
Simplifies terminal workflow
Search feature saves time
Reliable history backup
Seamless shell integration
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt with 200+ upvotes, 1k+ active users, $5k+ MRR, and 50+ GitHub stars for its open-source components.
Market Size
The global developer population exceeds 27 million (Statista, 2023), driving demand for terminal productivity tools.
