eq

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version0.1.0
created_at2025-12-03 05:25:39.184091+00
updated_at2025-12-03 05:25:39.184091+00
descriptionTerminal-based task manager using the Eisenhower Matrix method.
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repositoryhttps://github.com/xiaolong-y/eq
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Xiaolong Yang (xiaolong-y)

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EQ

Focus on what matters.

Website • Installation • Features

eq is a terminal-based task manager designed for speed and focus. It uses the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize tasks by urgency and importance, keeping your workflow efficient and keyboard-driven.

Installation

cargo install --path .

Features

  • Eisenhower Matrix Automatically sorts tasks into four quadrants: Do First, Schedule, Delegate, and Drop.

  • Zen Mode A distraction-free interface with a built-in Pomodoro timer and floating particles to help you maintain flow.

  • AI Integration Chat with your tasks. The AI helps you prioritize, break down complex projects, and organize your day.

  • Keyboard Driven Navigate and manage tasks entirely from your keyboard using Vim-like shortcuts.

  • Privacy First All data is stored locally on your machine.

Usage

Launch the interactive interface:

eq tui

Shortcuts

Key Action
a Add task
d Toggle done
x Delete task
z Zen Mode
c AI Chat
Tab Switch Quadrant
? Help

CLI

Add tasks directly from your terminal:

# Add a high-priority task (Urgency 3, Importance 3)
eq add "Fix server crash !!!$$$"

# Add a scheduled task (Urgency 1, Importance 3)
eq add "Plan roadmap u1i3"

# View stats
eq stats

Configuration

Data is stored in your system's standard application data directory. To enable AI features, set OPENAI_API_KEY in your environment or a .env file.action-free focus mode.

  • Pomodoro Timer: Built-in 25-minute timer.
  • Visuals: Floating particles to help you flow.
  • Single Task: Focus on one thing at a time.

AI Integration

  • Prioritization Help: Ask AI how to categorize tasks.
  • Breakdown: Split complex projects into steps.
  • Context Aware: The AI knows your current task list.
  • Automatic Audit: The AI helps you add tasks upon your confirmation.

CLI Usage

Add tasks quickly from your shell:

eq add "Fix server crash !!!$$$"   # High Urgency (3), High Importance (3) -> Q1
eq add "Buy milk u1i2"            # Urgency 1, Importance 2 -> Q3
eq add "Call Mom" --tomorrow      # Schedule for tomorrow

Data

Data is stored locally in your system's standard data directory (e.g., ~/Library/Application Support/dev.quad_tasks.eq/ on macOS).

  • tasks.json: Task database.
  • history.jsonl: Event log.
  • chat_history.json: Saved AI conversations.
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