Personal Task Management

Grit - Multitree Task Manager

  • GitHub - climech/grit
  • Personal task manager built around multitree data structure
  • Allows tasks to belong to multiple hierarchies simultaneously
  • Command-line interface for efficient task management

Key Features

Multitree Organization

  • Hierarchical Structure: Tasks organized in tree-like hierarchies
  • Multiple Parents: Tasks can belong to multiple parent categories
  • Flexible Relationships: Create complex relationships between tasks and projects
  • Context Switching: View tasks from different organizational perspectives

Command-Line Interface

  • Fast Entry: Quick task creation and updates
  • Search and Filter: Efficient task discovery and filtering
  • Bulk Operations: Batch updates and modifications
  • Scriptable: Integration with other command-line tools and workflows

Data Structure Benefits

  • Non-Linear Organization: Move beyond simple lists and single hierarchies
  • Context Preservation: Maintain task relationships across different views
  • Scalability: Handle complex project structures efficiently
  • Flexibility: Adapt organization system as needs change

Key Takeaways

  • Data Structure Innovation: Multitree structure offers advantages over traditional task management
  • CLI Productivity: Command-line tools can be more efficient than GUI alternatives
  • Flexible Organization: Tasks rarely fit into single, simple categories
  • Tool Evolution: Task management tools are evolving beyond simple todo lists

This approach to task management recognizes that real-world projects and tasks often have complex relationships that don’t fit neatly into traditional linear or single-hierarchy systems. The multitree structure provides a more flexible foundation for organizing complex work.