Quick Start

Introduction

CLI Code is a Terminal-First, Multi-Model AI Coding Assistant Built for Developers who live in the CLI.

The best tools are the ones that adapt to your workflow, not the other way around. - Linus Torvalds

What is CLI Code?

CLI Code is a terminal-first AI coding assistant that lets you bring your own AI model. It operates in two modes - Lite mode with add-ons for quick tasks, and Full mode with everything built-in for complex development. It integrates with VS Code and Cursor to propose changes directly in your editor, making your coding workflow seamless and efficient.

Key Features:

• Bring Your Own Model: Support any AI model out there (Developer plan is free)
• Two Operation Modes: Lite mode with add-ons or Full mode with everything built-in
• Editor Integration: Works with VS Code/Cursor to propose changes directly in your editor
• Context-Aware: Automatically detects your current file and selected code

Quick Setup

Follow these steps to get CLI Code up and running (detailed steps here)

1. Login to Website

   • Go to clicode.vercel.app
   • Sign in to your account using GitHub

2. Generate Token

   • Navigate to the Dashboard Page
   • Generate a new Refresh Token
   • Copy the token to your clipboard

3. Install CLI Code

   npm i cli-code

4. Configure CLI Code

   • Enter your Refresh Token when prompted
   • Select your preferred AI provider (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, OpenRouter, etc.)
   • Get your API key from the selected provider's website
   • Enter your provider's API key
   • Choose from the available models for your selected provider
   • Configure any additional settings as needed (Optional)

5. Open Codebase in Editor (VS Code preferred)

   • Open VS Code and let it initialize completely
   • Select your required repository/folder

6. Start Using CLI Code

   • Open your Terminal
   • Run cli-code to start the assistant

   cli-code

   • Begin coding with AI assistance!

🚀 That's it! You're ready to start using CLI Code in your terminal.