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cli-builder

Build TypeScript CLIs with Bun, including subcommands and JSON output.

38|3|Updated Mar 22, 2024
Search Tags:#typescript#cli#tooling#bun#subcommands#argument-parsing
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npx skills add https://github.com/anthonyshew/dotfiles --skill cli-builder-anthonyshew
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Skill: cli-builder
Source: https://github.com/anthonyshew/dotfiles/tree/main/opencode/.config/opencode/skill/cli-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anthonyshew/dotfiles --skill cli-builder-anthonyshew

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill guides developers in quickly building TypeScript CLIs using Bun, reducing boilerplate and enabling consistent CLI tooling across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Minimal CLI scaffolding to expose a command interface and handle basic args.
  • Subcommand patterns and command registries to manage multiple actions.
  • Output formatting options including human-readable and JSON modes for scriptability.
  • Distribution guidance covering packaging, shebang usage, and executable permissions for seamless local deployment.
  • Real-world scenarios include building project tools, automation scripts, and developer utilities that integrate with pipelines.

Quick Start

Install Bun and create a new CLI file under scripts, add a shebang, make it executable, and run it directly or via bun. For example: create scripts/cli.ts with a basic command that prints a greeting, then run bun scripts/cli.ts hello. Then extend with subcommands and observe help output.

Frequently Asked Questions about cli-builder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build a TypeScript CLI with Bun?▼

To build a TypeScript CLI with Bun, create a script file, add a shebang, make it executable, and run it directly via Bun to handle command-line tooling with minimal boilerplate.

How do I structure subcommands in a Bun CLI?▼

Structure subcommands in a Bun CLI using command registries and subcommand patterns to manage multiple actions, allowing your developer tooling to scale across different project workflows.

Can I output JSON from a custom command-line tool?▼

Yes, you can output JSON from a custom command-line tool by applying JSON output modes alongside human-readable formatting, ensuring your CLI scripts remain scriptable and pipeline-friendly.

What is the best way to distribute a local CLI built with Bun?▼

The best way to distribute a local CLI built with Bun involves applying executable permissions, configuring shebang usage, and following packaging guidance for seamless local deployment across projects.

Does Bun support argument parsing for command-line scripts?▼

Yes, Bun supports argument parsing for command-line scripts, enabling you to expose a command interface and handle basic args effectively when creating new CLIs or augmenting existing developer utilities.

When should I use Bun for CLI tooling instead of other runtimes?▼

Use Bun for CLI tooling when you need to quickly build TypeScript CLIs with minimal boilerplate, streamline command-line development, and enable consistent tooling across multiple projects.

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