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SessionCast

Remote terminal streaming for monitoring AI CLI tools from mobile devices.

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Remote terminal streaming for monitoring AI CLI tools from mobile devices
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Overview

SessionCast is a remote terminal streaming platform designed for developers to access and monitor their local terminal sessions from any device, including smartphones and tablets. It is specifically built to support the 'AI coding era,' allowing users to keep track of long-running tasks from tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and GitHub Copilot CLI without being tethered to a desk. By using a lightweight local agent and a secure relay server, it eliminates the need for complex VPN setups, SSH configurations, or port forwarding. It features low-latency bidirectional communication, allowing users to not only monitor progress but also enter commands remotely through a mobile-optimized interface.

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Access & connections

Where you can use SessionCast, and what it plugs into.

Platforms

CLI

Integrations

Capabilities

What this tool accepts, produces, and is strongest at.

Highlights

  • Real-time terminal streaming with under 50ms latency
  • Mobile-optimized responsive terminal UI for smartphone browsers
  • Secure access via Google OAuth2 authentication
  • Bidirectional input for sending commands from mobile devices
  • Support for multiple simultaneous terminal sessions
  • GZip data compression to minimize mobile data usage
  • Open-source agent (MIT License)

FAQ 5

What is SessionCast?
SessionCast is a remote terminal streaming platform designed for developers to access and monitor their local terminal sessions from any device, including smartphones and tablets. It is specifically built to support the 'AI coding era,' allowing users to keep track of long-running tasks from tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and GitHub Copilot CLI without being tethered to a desk. By using a lightweight local agent and a secure relay server, it eliminates the need for complex VPN setups, SSH configurations, or port forwarding. It features low-latency bidirectional communication, allowing users to not only monitor progress but also enter commands remotely through a mobile-optimized interface.
How to use SessionCast?
To use SessionCast, first sign up for an account. Then, generate an API Agent Token from your account dashboard. Install and run the SessionCast agent on your local PC using the provided token to connect your terminal sessions. Once connected, you can access and control your terminal in real-time from any web browser on a phone, tablet, or another computer.
Do I need to set up a VPN or SSH keys?
No, SessionCast works without VPNs, SSH keys, or complex port forwarding. You just run a lightweight agent on your PC.
How much does SessionCast cost?
During the Beta Preview, all premium features are available for free, including unlimited sessions and agents.
Can I enter commands from my phone?
Yes, SessionCast supports bidirectional input, allowing you to use a full virtual keyboard to send instructions to your terminal from your mobile browser.
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