GoKawiilNew Open-Source Tool Ito Lets Developers Build Terminal UIs in Lua
A developer has released Ito, a library for building terminal user interfaces using the Lua programming language, shared via a Show HN post. The tool works by importing it with require("ito") and returning a function that constructs a view, with an ito.state(value) helper for managing values that change over time.
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Lightweight scripting approaches to terminal UIs could appeal to developers who want simpler alternatives to heavier frameworks, particularly those already using Lua for configuration or embedded scripting. As a Show HN submission, its traction will depend on community feedback and adoption rather than any formal backing.
- Ito is a new library for creating terminal UIs in Lua.
- It uses a require("ito") import pattern with a state management helper.
- The project was shared as a Show HN post, indicating early-stage, community-driven release.
Source: uji.sh, 2026-10-14
Published there as: “Show HN: Ito – Build Terminal UIs in Lua”
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