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nodebrew is a straightforward version manager for Node.js that installs into your home directory and lets you switch Node versions with a single command. It can download official binaries or build from source, track multiple installed versions, and set a global “current” version by updating your shell PATH. The tool keeps Node and npm isolated per version, which prevents project conflicts and makes upgrades or rollbacks reversible. Commands for listing, aliasing, and uninstalling versions...

git-cal generates a terminal-friendly contribution calendar for your Git activity, echoing the familiar heatmap seen on hosting sites but rendered in plain text. It scans your repositories’ commit history and aggregates changes per day, then prints a compact grid that highlights streaks and quieter periods. The output works in standard shells, making it handy for dashboards, status emails, or a lightweight snapshot of productivity without opening a browser. Options typically let you choose...