cli-script

Generate non-interactive Bash scripts with strict error handling and structured logging.

2|Updated Jan 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/erclx/aitk --skill cli-script
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Skill: cli-script
Source: https://github.com/erclx/aitk/tree/main/claude/skills/cli-script
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/erclx/aitk --skill cli-script

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the inconsistency and fragility often found in ad-hoc automation scripts by providing a standardized, production-ready template for non-interactive tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized Boilerplate: Enforces strict error handling, logging, and argument parsing using a proven template.
  • Automation Readiness: Designed specifically for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and agent-driven workflows where human interaction is not possible.
  • Use Case: When you need to create a reliable deployment helper or a data processing pipeline that must fail fast and log clearly to stderr, this Skill ensures the resulting script is robust and composable.

Quick Start

Use the cli-script skill to generate a bash script that processes log files and exits with an error if the input directory is empty.

Frequently Asked Questions about cli-script

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

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How do I write a Bash script for CI/CD pipelines that fails safely without user input?

Bash scripts for CI/CD pipelines can fail safely by enforcing strict shell standards like `set -euo pipefail` and modular function-based architecture. This ensures scripts abort immediately on errors and handle variables safely without requiring human interaction.

What is the best way to structure a non-interactive shell script for automation?

The best way to structure a non-interactive shell script for automation is using a standardized, production-ready template. This enforces strict error handling, structured logging to stderr, and clean stdout for reliable pipe composition.

Why does my Bash automation script break when piped to another command?

Bash automation scripts often break when piped because they output unstructured logs to stdout. Separating structured logging to stderr and keeping stdout clean ensures reliable pipe composition without corrupting downstream data.

Can I use a standardized Bash template for cron jobs and agent-run workflows?

Yes, standardized Bash templates are designed specifically for cron jobs and agent-run workflows. They provide the robust error handling and fast-fail mechanisms required for reliable execution in environments where human intervention is impossible.

When do I need strict shell safety standards like set -euo pipefail in my scripts?

You need strict shell safety standards like `set -euo pipefail` when writing scripts for deployment helpers or data processing pipelines. These standards ensure the script exits immediately on errors and undefined variables, preventing silent failures in production.

Does generating a Bash script with this approach require any external dependencies?

No, generating a Bash script with this approach requires no external dependencies. It relies entirely on native shell safety standards and modular function-based architecture to produce robust, production-ready scripts.