Python lib for rich text, markdown, tables, etc. in the terminal

In plain words

This developer tool is a Python library that enables programmers to create rich text formatting, markdown rendering, and tables directly in terminal applications. Launched in 2020, it provides terminal-based UI capabilities for developers building command-line tools and applications. The library handles styled text output and structured data display, making it useful for anyone building text-based interfaces or terminal applications in Python.

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