IMDB Terminal Browser
6 days ago
- #Ruby
- #IMDb
- #Terminal
- A Ruby-based terminal application for discovering and managing movies and TV series from IMDb's Top 250 and trending lists.
- Version 1.1 is a complete rewrite with enhanced functionality, including advanced filtering, smart search, and TMDb integration for streaming info.
- Features include terminal poster display, wish and dump lists for personal curation, and a two-step workflow for adding content.
- Supports persistent caching, background fetching, incremental updates, and export/import via YAML configuration.
- Installation requires specific dependencies like w3mimgdisplay, ImageMagick, and xdotool for optimal functionality.
- Setup involves automatic scraping of IMDb Top 250 lists, optional TMDb API key entry, and region selection for streaming availability.
- Configuration and data cache are stored in ~/.imdb.yml and ~/.imdb/data/ respectively.
- Key commands include navigation, filtering, searching, and managing lists, with shortcuts for refreshing data and verifying integrity.
- Troubleshooting tips address common issues like missing posters, encoding errors, and network timeouts.
- Enhanced features in version 1.3.0+ include automatic image redraw for i3 workspace switching and improved UX.