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Life & fun · December 20, 2012

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ppl - The Command Line Address Book

ppl - The Command Line Address Book launched on December 20, 2012 with 106 votes, #16 of 501 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches.

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ppl is a command line address book that allows users to manage contacts directly from the terminal. Launched in 2012, it provides a text-based interface for storing and organizing contact information without requiring a graphical application. The tool is designed for users who prefer working in command-line environments and want quick access to their address book while using the terminal.

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