What It Is
Warp is a modern terminal application. If you've never used a terminal before, think of it as a text-based interface to your computer — you type commands instead of clicking buttons. Warp makes this less intimidating with features like autocomplete, AI command search, and a clean interface.
Why a Terminal?
Even non-engineers need a terminal at Hyprnote. You'll use it to:
- Install tools (via Homebrew)
- Run the website locally to preview content changes
- Use Claude Code for AI-assisted editing
- Push code/content changes
Warp makes all of this easier than the default Mac terminal.
Install
brew install --cask warp
Or download from warp.dev.
If you don't have Homebrew yet, install Warp from the website first, then use Warp to install Homebrew.
First Launch
- Open Warp
- Sign in (free account)
- It will ask to be your default terminal — say yes
Key Features
AI Command Search — Press Ctrl + ~ (or click the AI icon) and describe what you want to do in plain English. Warp will suggest the right command.
Autocomplete — Start typing a command and Warp suggests completions. Press Tab to accept.
Blocks — Each command and its output is grouped into a "block". You can copy, share, or bookmark individual blocks.
Workflows — Save frequently used commands as reusable workflows.
Essential Commands
If you're new to the terminal, here are the commands you'll use most:
cd <folder> # Go to a folder (e.g., cd ~/Dev/hyprnote)
ls # List files in the current folder
pwd # Show where you are
You don't need to memorize much beyond this. Use Warp's AI search for everything else, or use Claude Code which handles commands for you.
macOS Permissions
Warp needs some system permissions to work with Hyprnote in development:
- Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security
- Grant Warp access to Microphone (for testing audio features)
- Grant Warp access to Accessibility (for system-level features)
See the developer setup docs for more details on permissions.