dex

Dex is a command-line interface tool designed to provide task tracking and persistent memory for agents and users working on complex, multi-session projects. It addresses the need for managing tasks and maintaining context across sessions, especially in workflows that involve breaking down large tasks into smaller, actionable items. The tool is positioned for use cases where agents or developers require a systematic way to record, describe, and revisit tasks as work progresses over time.

Key features include the ability to create tasks with detailed descriptions and contextual information, list current tasks, show specific task details, and generate subtasks from structured plans. Dex supports workflows where users can add context to each task, such as code locations, dependencies, and requirements, which helps in resuming work or collaborating across sessions. The tool can analyze plan structures from files and automatically create multiple subtasks, making it useful for decomposing larger projects into manageable steps.

Dex is delivered as a CLI application and can be installed globally using npm, pnpm, or bun. It also offers an installation method via a 'skills installer' compatible with platforms such as Claude Code, OpenCode, Codex, or Cursor, allowing integration with various agent environments. Commands like 'dex create', 'dex list', 'dex show', and 'dex plan' are used to interact with the task management system directly from the terminal.

The tool is distributed under the MIT License, indicating it is open source and available for use and modification. Dex is suited for agents, developers, and anyone needing structured task tracking and memory persistence in their workflow, particularly when managing complex or multi-stage projects through a command-line interface.