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ncdu vs ptpython

A side-by-side look at ncdu and ptpython. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

ncdu

ncdu

File Management

ncdu (NCurses Disk Usage) is a command-line utility that provides a visual representation of disk usage in a directory or file system. Developed with the NCurses library, ncdu allows users to navigate through directories, view space usage, and interactively manage files and directories based on their size.

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ptpython

ptpython

Development

ptpython is an advanced Python REPL (read-evaluate-print loop). It offers features like syntax highlighting, autocompletion, multiline editing, and vim/emacs key bindings. It aims to provide a rich interactive environment for Python programmers.

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