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vhs

Write terminal GIFs as code for integration testing and demos

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Description

vhs lets you write terminal GIFs as code for integration testing and demoing your CLI tools. Define terminal recordings in a simple script format and render them to GIF, MP4, or WebM.

AI Summary

A tool for creating terminal GIF recordings from code-based scripts for demos and testing.

Capabilities

  • + Script terminal recordings as code
  • + Render to GIF, MP4, or WebM
  • + Reproducible terminal demos
  • + CI/CD integration for testing

Use When

  • → You need to create terminal demos or GIFs
  • → You want reproducible terminal recordings

Avoid When

  • x You need real-time screen recording
  • x You need to record non-terminal content
View AGENTS.md for vhs