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| 2025-10-24, 09:43:56 AM CDT | 1.0.0 | Initial documentation for CLI project management tools | Charles N Wyble (@ReachableCEO) |
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| 2025-10-24, 09:43:56 AM CDT | 1.0.0 | Initial creation of project management tools documentation |
CLI Project Management Tools for AI Home Directory
Overview
This document provides information about self-contained command-line project management tools that can be integrated into your AI home directory for enhanced PMO (Project Management Office) functionality. These tools complement traditional markdown files with visual representations and advanced project management features.
1. MarkWhen
Description
MarkWhen is an open-source tool that transforms simple markdown-like syntax into interactive timelines, Gantt charts, and calendars. It's particularly well-suited for visualizing project schedules and timelines.
Key Features
- Timeline Visualization: Convert markdown to interactive timelines
- Gantt Charts: Visual project scheduling and dependencies
- Calendar Views: Month, week, and day views
- Simple Syntax: Uses familiar markdown-like syntax
- CLI Tool: Can be run from the command line
- Self-Contained: Single binary with no complex dependencies
Integration with AI Home Directory
- Store
.markwhenfiles in the PMO directory - Generate visual timelines and Gantt charts programmatically
- Convert project milestones into visual formats
- Create interactive project schedules
Example Syntax
# Project Timeline
## [2025-01-01 - 2025-03-31] Project Initiation
- Requirements gathering
- Team formation
- Technical planning
## [2025-04-01 - 2025-06-30] Development Phase 1
- Core architecture
- Initial features
- Testing
Installation
- Can be installed globally via npm:
npm install -g @markwhen/cli - Or used as a standalone executable
- Integration with Node.js ecosystem
2. Taskwarrior
Description
A command-line task management tool that's highly efficient for developers. It's often called the "todo.txt on steroids" and offers powerful query and management capabilities.
Key Features
- Powerful Queries: Complex filtering and reporting
- Dependencies: Task dependency management
- Annotations: Context and history for tasks
- Fast Performance: Optimized for speed
- No UI Dependencies: Pure command-line interface
- Sync Capabilities: Can sync between systems
- Scriptable: Integrates well with shell scripts
Integration with AI Home Directory
- Store
.taskdirectory in PMO structure - Track all project tasks via command line
- Generate reports and statistics
- Use with shell scripting for automation
Example Commands
task add project:ecommerce "Implement checkout flow" priority:H
task projects
task summary
3. Timewarrior
Description
A command-line time tracking tool by the same authors as Taskwarrior. It integrates seamlessly with Taskwarrior for comprehensive time and task management.
Key Features
- Time Tracking: Track time spent on tasks
- Reporting: Detailed time reports
- Intervals: Track time intervals with tags
- Visualizations: Calendar and summary views
- Integration: Works with Taskwarrior
- Flexible: Track time without necessarily having tasks
Integration with AI Home Directory
- Track time across multiple projects
- Generate time reports for PMO dashboard
- Integrate with Taskwarrior for task-time correlation
4. Org-mode (via Emacs or command-line tools)
Description
While traditionally part of Emacs, org-mode can be used via command-line tools and offers comprehensive document authoring and project management capabilities.
Key Features
- Hierarchical Organization: Nested project structures
- Agenda Views: Schedule visualization
- Export Capabilities: Export to many formats
- Time Tracking: Built-in time clocking
- Task Management: TODO states and dependencies
- Document Authoring: Rich text with code execution
Integration with AI Home Directory
- Can be processed via command-line Emacs
- Export to HTML for web dashboards
- Powerful querying capabilities
5. Kanban CLI Tools
Trello or GitHub CLI
For Kanban-style management:
- GitHub CLI: With projects and issue management
- Trello CLI: For Kanban boards (if using Trello)
Board CLI
Command-line Kanban boards stored as text files:
- Lightweight
- Git-friendly
- Simple to manage
- Can be version controlled
6. Calcurse
Description
A text-based calendar and scheduling application for the command line. It provides calendar, todo-list, and notes functionality.
Key Features
- Calendar Views: Month, week, day views
- Todo List: Task management with priorities
- Scheduling: Appointments and events
- Import/Export: CalDAV support
- Customizable: Extensive configuration
7. HPI (Health Data CLI)
While focused on health data, HPI shows how command-line tools can manage complex data structures through:
- Configuration-based data management
- CLI commands for data operations
- Export capabilities to various formats
Recommendations for AI Home Directory
Immediate Integration
- MarkWhen: Start with visual timeline generation for PMO dashboards
- Taskwarrior: For detailed task management across projects
- Timewarrior: For time tracking and productivity metrics
Implementation Strategy
- Store configuration files in PMO directory
- Create scripts to generate visual outputs
- Integrate with existing AI agent workflows
- Generate automated reports for PMO dashboard
Advantages of CLI Tools
- Self-Contained: No external services needed
- Git-Compatible: Text-based formats version control well
- Scriptable: Easy to automate with AI agents
- Efficient: Fast operation with minimal overhead
- Private: All data stays local
- Customizable: Can be integrated with custom scripts
Next Steps
- Evaluate MarkWhen for timeline visualization
- Set up Taskwarrior for task management
- Create integration scripts for PMO functionality
- Develop automation for AI agent interactions