Learn Zsh

Zsh (Z Shell) is one of the most powerful and customizable shells available for Linux, macOS, and other Unix-like systems. It has become a favorite of developers and power users thanks to its rich features, plugin ecosystem, and ease of customization.

This tutorial series is designed to take you from the basics of Zsh to advanced productivity hacks. Whether you’re just switching from Bash or want to unlock advanced features like autosuggestions, syntax highlighting, and Powerlevel10k themes, you’ll find everything here.

By following this series, you’ll:

• Learn how to install and set up Zsh as your default shell
• Boost productivity with aliases, history, and autosuggestions
• Customize your prompt and shell environment to suit your workflow
• Enhance Zsh with plugins, frameworks, and themes

🚀 Zsh Tutorial Roadmap

Follow along in order if you’re a beginner, or jump directly to the section that interests you:

1. Why Zsh is awesome?

Find out why Zsh is considered a better alternative to Bash. Learn about its advanced features, customization options, and why developers worldwide prefer it.

2. Installing Zsh and making it default shell

Step-by-step guide to install Zsh on your system and set it as your login shell permanently.

3. Configuring aliases in Zsh

Suffix aliases, global aliases, functional aliases. Save time with a variety of aliases. Create shortcuts for your most-used commands and simplify repetitive tasks.

4. Enabling syntax highlighting in Zsh

Make your terminal smarter and easier to read by enabling syntax highlighting for commands as you type.

5. Enabling command history in Zsh

Avoid retyping long commands. Learn how to set up and use command history effectively in Zsh.

6. Enabling autosuggestions based on command history

Boost efficiency with real-time autosuggestions powered by your command history. One of the most bespoke Zsh features that power users love.

7. Customizing Zsh prompt

Personalize your terminal prompt with colors, symbols, and information that matter to you.

8. Setting environment variables in Zsh

Understand how to properly configure and manage environment variables in Zsh for persistent setups.

9. Using Powerlevel10k to get more out of it

Discover Powerlevel10k, the most popular Zsh theme, and learn how to supercharge your prompt with speed, icons, and advanced customization.

10. Using Oh My Zsh

A look at the popular framework that makes managing themes and plugins in Zsh much easier.

11. Best Zsh plugins (coming soon)

Curated list of plugins that enhance productivity, efficiency, and overall shell experience.

🔥 Why Follow This Series?

• Covers both beginner and advanced topics in one place
• Practical, hands-on tutorials that you can apply immediately
• Step-by-step instructions with clear examples
• Continuously updated with new plugins, themes, and best practices