ZapTasks is a modern, user-friendly command execution tool, designed as an alternative to Cron. It simplifies task configuration, execution, and tracking, all while offering a clean interface and seamless integration into macOS.
ZapTasks is built in Swift, delivering a native experience for Mac users, and leverages "Shaas" (Shell as a Service) to execute shell commands.
- User-Friendly Interface: Configure and manage tasks with ease through a Mac application and menu bar interface.
- Task Execution History: View and track previously executed tasks.
- Notifications: Stay informed with alerts when tasks are executed or completed.
- Mac Integration: Operates smoothly as a Mac menu bar app and standalone application.
- Shell executing: Executes commands efficiently using the powerful Shaas binary "Shell as a Service."
- Install ZapTasks
Download and install the ZapTasks app on your Mac.
- Start Shaas
Navigate to the directory containing shaas and run the following command:
./shaas- Launch ZapTasks
Open the ZapTasks app to start configuring and managing your tasks.
- Define tasks directly in the intuitive ZapTasks interface.
- Use "Shaas" to securely execute shell commands in the background.
- Get notified when tasks are executed or encounter issues.
- View the history of your tasks for tracking and analysis.
ZapTasks combines the power of command execution with the simplicity of a GUI, making it an ideal solution for developers, system administrators, and everyday users who want a more approachable way to manage their automated tasks.