Overview

SceneShift is a command-line utility designed to manage and switch scene configurations efficiently across projects. It reduces repetitive setup work by formalizing scene states into a predictable, scriptable workflow.

The tool is built for environments where graphical interfaces slow iteration rather than accelerate it.

Problem

Scene-based workflows often rely on:

• Manual configuration changes
• Duplicated files
• Inconsistent naming and structure

This creates friction when switching contexts, increases setup time, and introduces avoidable errors—especially in production or experimental pipelines.

Approach

SceneShift treats scenes as explicit states, not ad-hoc arrangements.

Key design decisions:

• CLI-first interface to remain fast, scriptable, and environment-agnostic
• Opinionated structure to reduce ambiguity
• Minimal commands with predictable behavior

The goal was not flexibility for its own sake, but repeatability.

Scope

• Scene configuration management
• Fast context switching via terminal
• Designed for integration into existing workflows

Out of scope by design:

• Graphical interface
• Automatic magic
• Project-specific abstractions

Outcome

SceneShift enables users to:

• Switch scene states reliably
• Reduce manual setup steps
• Maintain consistency across projects

The tool favors clarity and constraint over extensibility.

Notes

This project is maintained as an open-source utility and serves as an ongoing experiment in tooling design, ergonomics, and documentation clarity.

Credits

Concept, design, and development by tandukuda