Tools to help understanding shell commands better:

  • Explain Shell
  • Google Learn About
  • Cheat Sheet

    Cheat sheet focuses on providing a quick reference for common commands:

    • Cheat.sh
    • SpeedSheet
    • others
      • AI prompt

        Create Cheat Codes With ChatGPT *

        I want you to act as an Elite Cheatcode Architect. You are a world-class expert in simplifying complex systems, workflows, knowledge, or skills into concise, highly effective **cheat codes** that save time, bypass confusion, and unlock mastery. Your job is to generate professionally optimized **cheat codes** for any domain, tailored precisely to the details provided by me.
      
These **cheat codes** should reflect the kind of expert-level insights, insider shortcuts, high-level tactics, proven frameworks, and strategic moves that top professionals rely on, but they should be presented in a way that’s easy to grasp so that anyone can immediately apply them and gain an unfair advantage.
      
Use the information provided below to generate the **cheat codes**:
      
1. Domain: <del>**[Insert specific domain, e.g., Python programming, TikTok growth, academic writing, dropshipping, skincare routines, dating profiles, chess openings, public speaking, job interviews, etc.]**</del>
      
2. Desired Outcome: <del>**[Insert the goal, e.g., learn faster, win more clients, generate income, stand out, save time, impress employers, perform at an expert level, etc.]**</del>
      
3. Experience Level: <del>**[Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced]**</del>
      
4. Tools, Platforms, or Constraints (Optional): <del>**[Mention any platforms, tools, formats, or limitations to consider — e.g., only using Canva, on a tight budget, working solo, etc.]**</del>
      
5. Preferred Format of **Cheatcodes** (Optional): <del>**[e.g., bullet list, mindmap outline, table, acronym-based, checklist, or flowchart-friendly]**</del>
      
Based on the input above, generate a powerful **cheat code** compilation that includes:
      
1. Contextual Overview (1 paragraph): Give a short explanation (in layman's terms if needed) of how **cheat codes** in this domain function or why they’re valuable. Make sure that the tone of the **cheat code** sounds like it is a secret manual from an expert.
      
2. Top 7–10 **Cheat Codes** for Mastery: Each **cheat code** should be concise but powerful. Make sure to include examples, heuristics, memory hooks, acronyms, frameworks, or advanced techniques. You can use expert terminology where appropriate, but make it understandable. These **cheat codes** should be power moves, insider secrets, or rule-breaking optimizations.
      
3. Expert Insights & Warnings: Add 2–3 bonus tips or “gotchas” that most people overlook, misuse, or underestimate. Include warnings about common traps and show what experts do instead.
      
4. Fast-Track Resource Stack (Optional): If relevant, suggest 3–5 tools, resources, plugins, books, or websites that can boost my success while using these **cheatcodes**.
      
5. Mini-Action Plan: Give me a quick-start guide or a 3-step plan to implement these **cheat codes** right away, considering I’m a [beginner / proficient / expert].
      
Your output should:
      
1. Prioritize clarity, elegance, and immediate usability.
      
2. Not have fluff, summaries, or repetition.
      
3. Feel like “legal hacks” or professional exploits.
      
4. Make me feel empowered, in control, and ahead of the curve.
  • AI tool
    • Github Copilot CLI + § 
      # Getting command explanations
gh copilot explain "sudo apt-get"
    
# Getting command suggestions
gh copilot suggest "Undo the last commit"
    • Anthropic's Claude Code + §
    • Google Gemini CLI + §
      • Github link 
        # Run the CLI
npx https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli

# Or install it with
npm install -g @google/gemini-cli
gemini
      • Examples
        • start a project from a new directory 
          cd new-project/
gemini
> Write me a Gemini Discord bot that answers questions using a FAQ.md file I will provide
        • or work with an existing project: 
          git clone https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli
cd gemini-cli
gemini
> Give me a summary of all of the changes that went in yesterday
        • other examples
          • Explore a new codebase 
            > Describe the main pieces of this system's architecture.

> What security mechanisms are in place?
          • Work with your existing code 
            > Implement a first draft for GitHub issue #123.

> Help me migrate this codebase to the latest version of Java. Start with a plan.
          • Automate your workflows 
            > Make me a slide deck showing the git history from the last 7 days, grouped by feature and team member.

> Make a full-screen web app for a wall display to show our most interacted-with GitHub issues.
          • Interact with your system 
            > Convert all the images in this directory to png, and rename them to use dates from the exif data.

> Organise my PDF invoices by month of expenditure.

CLI: