Building Custom Tools with Termux and GitHub Repos

Want to build your own tools on Android? With Termux and GitHub, you can. This guide will show you how to do it using simple commands.

What You Need

Termux app installed
Internet connection
Basic knowledge of commands

Step 1: Up…


This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Stephano Kambeta

Want to build your own tools on Android? With Termux and GitHub, you can. This guide will show you how to do it using simple commands.

What You Need

  • Termux app installed
  • Internet connection
  • Basic knowledge of commands

Step 1: Update Termux 

pkg update && pkg upgrade

Step 2: Install Git and Python 

pkg install git python

Step 3: Find a GitHub Project

Go to GitHub.com and search for a Termux tool. For example, try searching “Termux hacking tools.”

Step 4: Clone the Repo

Once you find the project, copy the Git URL. Then in Termux, type:

git clone https://github.com/username/toolname.git

Step 5: Go into the Folder 

cd toolname

Step 6: Read Instructions

Check if the project has a README.md or install notes:

cat README.md

Step 7: Run the Tool

Most tools have a setup file. Run it like this:

python tool.py

Or if it uses Bash:

bash install.sh

Tips

  • Use ls to view files
  • Use chmod +x filename to make scripts executable
  • Not all tools work. Choose active GitHub repos with stars

Final Words

Termux with GitHub lets you turn your phone into a testing lab. Start small, explore repos, and build your own tools from them. That’s how many hackers and developers begin.

Note: This process might be hard for beginners. If you're new to Termux, start with basic tools before cloning GitHub projects.


This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Stephano Kambeta


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