Pianoterm – Run shell commands from your Piano. A Linux CLI tool
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Pianoterm is a Linux command-line tool that lets users assign and execute shell commands by pressing keys on a USB MIDI keyboard. The software works with ALSA sound drivers and allows musicians or developers to trigger system commands directly from their piano keys. Users can customize key assignments through a configuration file, creating a unique interface that bridges musical hardware with computer operations for creative workflows.
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