NOTE: this repository is no longer actively maintained. Please go to the actively maintained repository, here: https://github.com/mitchellh/net-ssh-shell. Net::SSH::Shell is a net-ssh extension library that provides an API for programmatically interacting with a login shell
Star History
Momentum
+10
STARS · LAST 30 DAYS
1
PER DAY
#1,137
MOST-STARRED Ruby
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
net-ssh-shell gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 26. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 1 stars a year. It ranks #1,137 among Ruby repositories and #9,624 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
29
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Sep 4, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
net-ssh-shell has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
net-ssh-shell is an open-source project written in Ruby: NOTE: this repository is no longer actively maintained. Please go to the actively maintained repository, here: https://github.com/mitchellh/net-ssh-shell. Net::SSH::Shell is a net-ssh extension library that provides an API for programmatically interacting with a login shell.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Ruby. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in Ruby for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ git clone https://github.com/jamis/net-ssh-shell.git
cd net-ssh-shell⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
net-ssh-shell coordinates its core functionality through a modular Ruby pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed net-ssh-shell into Ruby backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open source license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install net-ssh-shell using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/jamis/net-ssh-shell.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for net-ssh-shell.
Import net-ssh-shell into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `net-ssh-shell --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Ruby, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
jamis/net-ssh-shell is currently ranked #9,624 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does net-ssh-shell do? +
NOTE: this repository is no longer actively maintained. Please go to the actively maintained repository, here: https://github.com/mitchellh/net-ssh-shell. Net::SSH::Shell is a net-ssh extension library that provides an API for programmatically interacting with a login shell
What language is net-ssh-shell written in? +
The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: software.
Is net-ssh-shell actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Jan 7, 2011 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does net-ssh-shell have? +
net-ssh-shell has 26 stars and 46 forks on GitHub.
How does net-ssh-shell rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 26 stars, jamis/net-ssh-shell is ranked #9,624 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1,137 among Ruby projects.
What license is net-ssh-shell distributed under? +
No SPDX license identified yet. Code without a license is subject to copyright by default.
