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XPipe
Unified hub for remote shells, containers, and file management
XPipe centralizes SSH, container, VM, and Kubernetes connections, offering seamless remote file access, script execution, and secure credential storage—all from a local desktop interface.
Overview
Overview
XPipe is a desktop‑only application that aggregates all your remote access methods—SSH, Docker, LXD, Proxmox, Hyper‑V, VMware, Kubernetes, Tailscale, Teleport, WSL, PowerShell, RDP, VNC, and more—into a single, searchable hub. By leveraging the command‑line tools already installed on your workstation, it requires no agents or configuration changes on the target machines.
Capabilities
From the hub you can organize connections in hierarchical categories, launch terminals with one click, and open remote directories directly in your preferred editor. The built‑in file manager supports tabbed multitasking, sudo elevation, and fast bi‑directional transfers. A versatile scripting engine lets you create reusable scripts that are automatically placed on remote PATHs, while a local encrypted vault secures passwords, keys, and can be synced via a private git repository.
Deployment
Install XPipe using native installers, package managers, or portable archives for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Once installed, simply add your existing SSH config or container definitions and start managing your entire infrastructure without leaving your desktop environment.
Highlights
Unified connection hub for SSH, containers, VMs, and Kubernetes
Integrated remote file manager with tabbed multitasking and local editor support
Extensible scripting system that auto‑adds scripts to remote PATH
Local encrypted vault with optional master passphrase and git sync
Pros
- No remote agent required; works with existing CLI tools
- Broad support for many connection types out of the box
- Deep integration with local terminals and editors
- Secure local vault with optional git‑based sharing
Considerations
- Desktop‑only; cannot run headlessly on servers
- Initial learning curve to configure hierarchical connections
- Relies on locally installed tools, so missing dependencies affect functionality
- Feature set may be overkill for simple single‑host use
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Fit guide
Great for
- System administrators managing heterogeneous server fleets
- Developers who need quick remote file edits across containers and VMs
- DevOps teams coordinating scripts across multiple environments
- Power users who prefer a single UI for diverse remote connections
Not ideal when
- Environments that require pure CLI automation without a GUI
- Users needing remote‑only agents for headless operation
- Small projects with only one or two static SSH hosts
- Teams that cannot store credentials locally due to policy
How teams use it
Deploy updates across a Kubernetes cluster
Run a scripted command on all pods, edit config files locally, and push changes without leaving the desktop.
Manage multi‑VM test lab
Start, stop, and SSH into VMs from a hierarchical view, transfer test data, and snapshot environments with one click.
Edit container configuration files
Open files inside Docker or Podman containers directly in your preferred IDE, with sudo elevation when needed.
Securely share credentials among team members
Sync the encrypted vault via a private git repository, allowing teammates to access the same remote connections safely.
Tech snapshot
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to install anything on the remote servers?
No, XPipe works on top of existing CLI tools and does not require agents on remote systems.
Which operating systems are supported for the desktop client?
Windows (x86‑64 & ARM64), macOS (x86‑64 & ARM64), and Linux via installers, portable archives, or package managers.
How does XPipe store my passwords and keys?
All credentials are kept in a locally encrypted vault; you can add a custom master passphrase and optionally sync the vault through a private git repository.
Can I extend XPipe to support custom tools?
Yes, XPipe provides a modular extension system that lets developers add support for additional commands or integrate new services.
Is there a way to automate connections without the GUI?
While XPipe is a desktop application, you can invoke its command‑line interface or use its scripting system to automate tasks programmatically.
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