Ghostty
Fast, native terminal emulator written in Zig with GPU rendering, native platform integration, and focus on correctness.
Why Ghostty?
Ghostty is a new terminal emulator written in Zig, focused on being fast, native, and correct. Created by Mitchell Hashimoto (HashiCorp co-founder), it emphasizes doing things the right way.
Key Highlights
- Written in Zig: Modern systems language for performance
- Native UI: Uses platform-native UI elements
- GPU Accelerated: Hardware rendering for speed
- Correct VT Handling: Focuses on terminal correctness
- Clean Codebase: Well-architected from the ground up
Who Is It For?
Ghostty appeals to users who want a modern, fast terminal that prioritizes correctness and native platform integration. Great for those tired of Electron-based alternatives.