shahriyardx

shahriyardx is an independent software publisher operating through GitHub, offering open-source tools aimed at users who want practical, lightweight utilities for everyday computing environments. The publisher's catalog currently features brightctrl, a lightweight DDC/CI external monitor brightness controller that provides both a terminal user interface (TUI) and a command-line interface (CLI). This product falls within the system utilities and hardware control software category, addressing a common limitation on desktop and laptop setups: while built-in displays typically offer native brightness controls through the operating system, external monitors connected via HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C often require adjustments through awkward physical buttons and on-screen menus. brightctrl solves this by communicating with monitors over the DDC/CI protocol, allowing users to adjust brightness levels directly from the terminal, script changes into automated workflows, or integrate brightness management into keyboard shortcuts and desktop environments. The availability of both a TUI and CLI makes the tool flexible for different working styles: users who prefer an interactive experience can navigate a text-based interface, while power users and system administrators can issue direct commands or incorporate the tool into shell scripts, dotfiles, and automation pipelines. Typical use cases include multi-monitor workstations, Linux and Unix-like desktop setups where external display control is otherwise limited, headless or tiling-window-manager environments, and situations where ambient lighting changes throughout the day call for quick, repeatable brightness adjustments. As a GitHub-based publisher, shahriyardx distributes the software with source code access, enabling users to inspect, modify, and contribute to the project while benefiting from transparent, community-driven development.