bird

Read, search, and post tweets from the terminal using cookie-based authentication.

Updated Apr 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents --skill bird-balic-ai-ml-r-d-resources
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bird
Source: https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents/tree/main/packages/skills/skills/bird
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents --skill bird-balic-ai-ml-r-d-resources

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Terminal access to X/Twitter content and actions, enabling users to read timelines, search tweets, and engage with posts without a browser.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read tweets and timelines directly from the command line
  • Search and explore Tweets, trends, and user accounts
  • Post tweets, replies, and manage engagement using cookie-based authentication

Quick Start

Install bird globally, authenticate with cookies, and run a sample command such as bird read <tweet_id> to view a tweet.

Frequently Asked Questions about bird

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I read and search Twitter timelines from the command line?

To read and search Twitter timelines from the command line, you can use a CLI tool that accesses Twitter's GraphQL backend to fetch timelines, view specific tweets, and search content directly within your terminal session.

How does cookie-based authentication work for Twitter CLI sessions?

Cookie-based authentication for Twitter CLI sessions works by storing your browser cookies locally, allowing the CLI to securely authenticate your account across multiple terminal commands without requiring repeated logins.

Can I post tweets and manage bookmarks via terminal without opening a browser?

Yes, you can post tweets, send replies, and manage bookmarks via terminal without a browser by using CLI commands backed by cookie-based authentication to securely interact with your Twitter account.

What is the best way to script automated Twitter search and engagement actions?

The best way to script automated Twitter search and engagement actions is using a CLI tool designed for scriptable usage, which supports command-line options for formatting, error handling, and GraphQL-backed data access.

Do I need browser cookies to view tweets and trends using a CLI?

Yes, you need browser cookies to view tweets and trends using a CLI, as the tool relies on cookie-based authentication to securely access Twitter's GraphQL data endpoints for reading and searching content.

Why does my Twitter CLI search fail to return results during a terminal session?

A Twitter CLI search may fail to return results if your cookie-based authentication has expired or is invalid, preventing the terminal session from successfully accessing the GraphQL backend to retrieve search data.