whatwasit is an open-source CLI tool that enables local-first semantic search of your shell history. Instead of searching by exact text, users can find past commands by intent, improving recall and productivity. It runs entirely on your device, requires no cloud or API keys, and is designed for developers who value privacy and efficient command retrieval.
In the CLI tools & terminal space, whatwasit takes a focused approach. It focuses on finding relevant shell commands from your history without needing to remember exact text. It is built as an open-source project for developers. whatwasit is open source under the MIT License. The product ships for the command line.
It is developed by ThorOdinson246, and the product first shipped in 2026. Key capabilities include semantic search, local processing, and shell history integration.
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