dstask

dstask [command] [arguments]

dstask is a task manager that stores todos in a Git repository, allowing for version control, synchronization across devices, and offline access. It follows the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology with support for contexts, projects, and priorities.
Tasks are stored as simple text files in a Git repository, making them portable and avoiding vendor lock-in. The tool provides a clean command-line interface for managing tasks without unnecessary complexity.

-c, --context CONTEXT

Set context filter

Set project filter

Set priority: low, medium, high, critical

Add tag to task

Add note to task

Set due date (YYYY-MM-DD)

Enable verbose output

Display help and exit

Display version and exit

add TASK

Add a new task

Edit an existing task

Mark task as completed

Remove a task

List tasks (default command)

Show next actionable task

Switch to context

Switch to project view

Sync with remote Git repository

Undo last action

Requires Git to be initialized and configured. Remote sync requires valid Git remote. Task IDs are internal references, not stable across operations. Complex recurring tasks not natively supported.

dstask was created by Cody Chan as a task manager that embraces plain-text storage and Git for synchronization. It was inspired by todo.txt but adds Git integration and a more modern interface.

git(1), todo.txt(1), task(1), org-mode(1)