Tmux Terminal Multiplexer
Master terminal session management in just 1 hour
Tmux Terminal Multiplexer
Enhance your terminal workflow with powerful session management
1 Session Overview
This focused 1-hour session introduces Tmux, a powerful terminal multiplexer that transforms how you work in the command line. You’ll learn to create persistent terminal sessions, split your screen into multiple panes, manage windows, and customize your environment for maximum productivity. By the end of this session, you’ll be able to implement a more efficient terminal workflow that will save you time and reduce context switching.
1.1 Next Session
- Date: June 22, 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Format: Available in-person or live virtual
- Prerequisites: Basic command line experience
- Price: $39 per participant (includes reference materials and configuration templates)
2 Session Curriculum
2.1 Part 1: Tmux Fundamentals (15 minutes)
Getting Started with Tmux - Understanding terminal multiplexers and their benefits - Installation and basic setup - Creating and managing sessions - The command prefix key - Session detachment and reattachment - Hands-on exercise: Creating your first persistent session
2.2 Part 2: Windows and Panes (15 minutes)
Organizing Your Workspace - Creating and navigating between windows - Splitting the screen into panes - Resizing and arranging panes - Moving between panes efficiently - Window and pane management commands - Hands-on exercise: Setting up a multi-pane development environment
2.3 Part 3: Productivity Features (15 minutes)
Advanced Tmux Usage - Copy mode and scrollback navigation - Working with the clipboard - Search functionality - Synchronized panes for multi-server management - Session naming and organization - Hands-on exercise: Multi-server command execution
2.4 Part 4: Configuration and Customization (15 minutes)
Making Tmux Your Own - Understanding the .tmux.conf file - Customizing key bindings - Setting status bar appearance - Adding useful plugins - Integration with other tools - Hands-on exercise: Creating your optimized Tmux configuration
3 Learning Outcomes
By completing this microlearning session, you will be able to:
- Create and manage persistent Tmux sessions
- Navigate efficiently between windows and panes
- Customize Tmux for your specific workflow needs
- Use advanced features like synchronized panes
- Integrate Tmux with your development environment
- Implement time-saving terminal workflows
- Continue working seamlessly after network disconnections
4 Teaching Methods
Interactive Learning
This session emphasizes hands-on practice with immediate application:
- Live command demonstration and practice
- Real-world workflow scenarios
- Progressive skill building exercises
- Interactive configuration examples
- Personalized setup assistance
Visual Reinforcement
Visual aids help reinforce key concepts:
- Command cheat sheets and diagrams
- Before/after workflow comparisons
- Keyboard shortcut maps
- Configuration templates with explanations
- Workflow pattern visualization
5 Who Should Attend
This microlearning session is ideal for:
- Developers who work extensively in the terminal
- System administrators managing multiple servers
- DevOps professionals who need efficient terminal workflows
- Anyone who spends significant time in command-line environments
- Remote workers who need persistent terminal sessions
- Command line enthusiasts looking to enhance productivity
Basic familiarity with the command line is recommended.
6 Materials and Resources
Participants will receive:
- Comprehensive Tmux command reference guide
- Sample .tmux.conf configuration file
- Keyboard shortcut cheat sheet
- Workflow templates for different use cases
- Plugin recommendations and installation guides
- 30 days of email support for Tmux questions
7 Instructor
Mateo Rodriguez
Senior DevOps Engineer, chen.ist
Mateo has been using Tmux daily for over 8 years as a core part of his development and server management workflow. He has customized and optimized Tmux configurations for teams across multiple organizations and regularly contributes to open source Tmux plugins.
Known for his clear, practical teaching style, Mateo focuses on helping participants implement Tmux in ways that immediately improve their daily workflow.
8 Registration
Upcoming Sessions
Secure your spot in one of our upcoming Tmux Terminal Multiplexer sessions:
- June 22, 2025: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (In-person and Virtual)
- July 25, 2025: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (In-person and Virtual)
- August 30, 2025: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Virtual Only)
Participants will need a Unix-based system (Linux, macOS) or WSL on Windows with Tmux installed (installation instructions will be provided).
9 Testimonials
"Tmux has completely transformed my terminal workflow. This session was concise and packed with practical tips - I was able to implement a much more efficient setup immediately. The persistent sessions alone have saved me countless hours of work."
— Andrei K., Backend Developer
"As someone who manages multiple servers, learning Tmux through this session was a game-changer. The synchronized panes feature alone was worth the price of admission. I'm now much more efficient and organized in my daily work."
— Sofia L., Systems Administrator
Ready to supercharge your terminal productivity?
Join our Tmux session and transform how you work in the command line.