This thread follows earlier discussion on a namespace choice for my project early in development, described as a 'Perl project manager and command line valet'.
I'm happy to say that I have now got a clue: What I've been wanting is something like an "orthodox file manager", such as Midnight Commander. These contain key features of the vague concept in my mind: * Hybrid or bridge between CLI and GUI * Tight integration between shell and file manager * High degree of user customization, particularly including shortcuts These even have a similar look to what I've imagined: Two file tree panes in a row, with a shell pane below. I'd pictured the shell pane above and larger but that's a quibble. What I need to do now is survey existing orthodox file managers and see if any come close enough to what I need. If not, I'll have to make a list of missing features and carefully define them; then peddle the list around to the various development teams and see if I can get any implemented. Starting a new OFM project in Perl is a last resort. -- -Xiong
