If you’re learning programming, cybersecurity, or DevOps, building a strong GitHub portfolio is one of the best ways to stand out. Employers, clients, or even other developers often look at GitHub to see what you’ve built, how you solve problems, and whether you can create practical tools.

Now, you don’t always need a laptop or desktop to start projects. With Termux installed on your Android device, you can create, test, and push projects directly to GitHub. Termux acts like a portable Linux environment, giving you everything from Python and Git to servers and automation scripts.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through 12 project ideas you can build in Termux and upload to GitHub. These projects are beginner-friendly but practical enough to add real value to your portfolio.

1. Personal Password Manager

Create a simple Python-based password manager that encrypts and stores credentials locally. Use libraries like cryptography to secure data. A project like this demonstrates both programming skills and an understanding of security. It connects directly with basic computer security principles.

2. To-Do CLI App

A command-line to-do list application built in Python or Node.js is a perfect starter project. Add features like adding, removing, and marking tasks complete. Later, expand it to save data in JSON or SQLite.

3. Network Scanner

By using scapy or integrating nmap, you can build a simple network scanner. This shows off your cybersecurity interest. You can follow my guide on installing and using Nmap in Termux as a starting point.

4. Weather Forecast CLI Tool

Use Python’s requests library with a free weather API to display forecasts in the terminal. It’s simple, but it proves you can work with APIs and data parsing.

5. GitHub Repo Analyzer

A script that fetches statistics of any GitHub repository using the GitHub API. You can analyze stars, forks, and commit history. This not only builds Python skills but also shows you can use APIs effectively.

6. AI Chatbot for Termux

Build a small chatbot using Python’s nltk or transformers. If you read my guide on beginner AI tricks in Termux, you’ll know this project can be a solid addition to your GitHub profile.

7. File Encryption and Decryption Tool

A CLI app that encrypts and decrypts files with AES or RSA. This highlights your interest in IT security and data protection, which is always valuable in cybersecurity portfolios.

8. Termux Blog Publisher

Automate publishing blog posts directly from Termux to GitHub Pages or Blogger. If you run a technical blog, this project is both practical and portfolio-worthy.

9. Wi-Fi Info & Logger

Create a script that gathers Wi-Fi information and logs details like signal strength and encryption type. Projects like this tie in well with cybersecurity awareness, similar to what I discussed in WiFi honey.

10. Markdown Note-Taking App

Develop a simple CLI note app that saves notes in markdown format. Later, you can sync them to GitHub automatically. This proves your ability to combine productivity tools with version control.

11. Log Analyzer

Write a script that parses server logs and highlights failed login attempts, errors, or suspicious activity. This aligns closely with cyber threat intelligence and would be a great portfolio addition for aspiring security analysts.

12. Portfolio Website Deployer

Use Termux to build a script that deploys your static website (your GitHub portfolio itself) via GitHub Pages or Netlify. Automating deployments shows your DevOps awareness, and you can directly use it for your own GitHub profile.

Getting Started with GitHub in Termux

To push projects from Termux to GitHub, you’ll need to set up Git first:

pkg update && pkg upgrade
pkg install git python
git config --global user.name "yourusername"
git config --global user.email "youremail@example.com"

Then, initialize a repo and push:

git init
git add .
git commit -m "First commit"
git branch -M main
git remote add origin https://github.com/yourusername/yourrepo.git
git push -u origin main

Why These Projects Matter

Each project you upload to GitHub shows problem-solving, coding ability, and cybersecurity awareness. For example, an AI chatbot connects to your interest in AI and security, while a file encryption tool highlights data protection. Together, they make your GitHub portfolio more than just code—it becomes a story of your skills.

If you’re aiming for jobs, freelance work, or simply want to grow as a developer, these 12 Termux projects can set a strong foundation. They’re small enough to build step by step but impressive enough to showcase publicly.

Final Thoughts

Don’t wait for a “perfect” project idea before pushing to GitHub. Start small with a password manager or CLI app, then build your way up to automation scripts and AI tools. Over time, your GitHub portfolio becomes proof of what you can do—not just what you say you can do.

If you want to strengthen your profile further, also explore my guides on quick Termux projects and network security tips. Keep experimenting, keep committing, and let your portfolio grow naturally.

12 Termux Projects to Build Your GitHub Portfolio