fisher

Fisher is a command line tool designed to simplify the process of managing shell plugins and functions. It is primarily aimed at users of the Fish shell, a modern and user-friendly alternative to other Unix shells.

With Fisher, users can easily search for, install, and update plugins and functions from various sources, such as GitHub repositories and Gists. It provides a simple and intuitive syntax to specify the plugins to install or update.

Fisher also offers a feature called "autoloading" that enables users to load plugins and functions only when they are needed, minimizing the impact on shell startup time. This feature can greatly enhance the performance and efficiency of the shell.

In addition to plugin management, Fisher provides a convenient way to document plugins and prompt the user to install missing dependencies when required. It also supports plugin themes, allowing users to customize the look and feel of their shell environments.

Fisher is highly extensible and can be easily integrated with popular shell frameworks like Oh My Fish and Fisher Plugins. Its well-documented API makes it easy for developers to create and distribute their own plugins.

Furthermore, Fisher includes robust error handling and self-updating capabilities, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience for users.

Overall, Fisher streamlines the process of managing shell plugins and functions, making the Fish shell an even more powerful and customizable tool for users.