Introduction

Kairo is the terminal task manager for developers who live in their editor.

A premium, minimalist task manager designed for focus, Kairo strips away the noise, relying on structured whitespace and refined typography to keep you in your flow.

Philosophy: "Calm Tech"

Kairo is built on the philosophy of Calm Tech. We believe your tools should augment your focus, not compete for it.

• Data-First UI: No borders, no clutter — just your content.
• Monochrome by Default: Neutral core, using color only for semantic highlights (priority, deadlines).
• Typography Hierarchy: Clear visual focus through deliberate font weight and scale.
• Fluid Motion: Sub-300ms transitions that make the TUI feel "alive" without being distracting.

Key Features

Feature	Benefit
Momentum Dashboard	Empty states are now data-rich, bordered modules.
Nested Tasks	Organize work into deep hierarchies and separate projects.
Recurring Tasks	Tasks reappearing automatically on a schedule.
Local-First	SQLite with WAL mode. Fully offline.
AI Assistant	Optional Gemini integration for natural language task management.
Extensible	Lua plugin system and CLI API for full automation.

Why Kairo?

In an era of bloated web-based task managers, Kairo returns to the roots of productivity: speed, keyboard control, and local data. It's not just a tool; it's a sanctuary for your deep work.