cli-cost-usage

Track and analyze CLI costs, token usage, and per-connection logs across providers and models.

Updated Jun 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DevMHOne/nextroute --skill cli-cost-usage
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Skill: cli-cost-usage
Source: https://github.com/DevMHOne/nextroute/tree/main/skills/cli-cost-usage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DevMHOne/nextroute --skill cli-cost-usage

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manage and understand CLI-driven costs and usage across multiple providers, models, and time periods, eliminating blind spots and forecasting spend.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • View cost breakdowns, token usage, and call logs from the CLI, with filters by provider, model, and date range.
  • Export usage reports for accounting, budgeting, and stakeholder reviews.
  • Use case: Audit monthly cloud costs and identify high-spend connections to optimize workflows.

Quick Start

Install the nextroute CLI and run a basic usage query to see current costs and logs.

Frequently Asked Questions about cli-cost-usage

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

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How do I track CLI costs and token usage across multiple providers?

Track CLI costs and token usage by running usage queries through the nextroute CLI, which aggregates per-connection logs and computes cost breakdowns across providers, models, and date ranges.

Can I export CLI usage reports for accounting and budgeting reviews?

Yes, you can export CLI usage reports for accounting and budgeting. The Skill generates exportable reports covering cost breakdowns, token usage, and call logs filtered by provider, model, and date range.

What do I need to generate cost breakdowns from CLI logs?

Generating cost breakdowns from CLI logs requires the nextroute CLI, provider credentials, and access to pricing data to compute accurate per-model and per-connection cost reports.

What is the best way to audit monthly cloud CLI costs and identify high-spend connections?

The best way to audit monthly cloud CLI costs is to run periodic usage queries that filter by date range and provider, identifying high-spend connections and usage trends to optimize workflows.

Does this approach work for filtering usage analytics by specific models and date ranges?

Yes, this approach works for filtering usage analytics by specific models and date ranges. The Skill applies filters by provider, model, and date range to compute detailed cost and token usage breakdowns.

Why do I need provider credentials and pricing data to analyze CLI costs?

Provider credentials and pricing data are needed to analyze CLI costs because the Skill must access provider logs and apply pricing rates to compute accurate cost breakdowns and usage reports.