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cli-anything

Transform GUI applications into scriptable CLIs via a seven-phase pipeline.

Updated Apr 26, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#cli#packaging#gui#adapter
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npx skills add https://github.com/kinnerkarmanish/mak --skill cli-anything-kinnerkarmanish
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Skill: cli-anything
Source: https://github.com/kinnerkarmanish/mak/tree/main/library/skills/development/cli-anything
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kinnerkarmanish/mak --skill cli-anything-kinnerkarmanish

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Transform GUI applications into scriptable CLIs to enable automation of interactive workflows without manual GUI interaction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Seven-phase pipeline that analyzes a GUI, designs a command-structure, implements adapters, plans tests, writes tests, documents, and publishes a distributable CLI.
  • Automatic wrapper generation that exposes GUI capabilities as scriptable commands for desktop, web, or hybrid interfaces.
  • Adapter layer and packaging workflow that produce a standalone CLI tool ready for distribution and automation.

Quick Start

Run /cli-anything --app 'Figma' --platform macos to generate a standalone CLI wrapper for that GUI.

Frequently Asked Questions about cli-anything

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GUI applications without manual interaction?▼

To automate GUI applications without manual interaction, you can wrap their interfaces into scriptable CLI commands. This process targets desktop apps, web UIs, and hybrid programs, exposing their interactive features as standalone command-line tools for automated workflows.

What is the process to convert a desktop app into a command-line interface?▼

Converting a desktop app into a command-line interface involves a seven-phase pipeline: analyze the GUI, design a command structure, implement platform adapters, plan tests, write tests, document, and publish a distributable CLI package.

Can I generate a CLI wrapper for web UIs on macOS?▼

Yes, you can generate a CLI wrapper for web UIs on macOS. The adapter layer supports desktop, web, and hybrid interfaces across platforms, allowing you to specify the target application and platform to produce a standalone automation tool.

What is the best way to package interactive workflows for distribution?▼

The best way to package interactive workflows for distribution is using an adapter layer and packaging workflow. This approach transforms interactive GUI features into standalone CLI tools, ready for automated execution and distribution without manual GUI dependency.

Does wrapping a GUI require writing tests for the generated CLI?▼

Yes, wrapping a GUI requires writing tests for the generated CLI. The pipeline includes dedicated phases for planning and writing tests immediately after implementing the platform adapters, ensuring the scriptable commands reliably automate the target interface.

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