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commandbox-usage

Guide CommandBox CLI usage with structured examples and interactive shell commands.

16|78|Updated Nov 28, 2014
Search Tags:#automation#cli#repl#recipes#shell#namespaces#commandbox
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Skill: commandbox-usage
Source: https://github.com/ortus-docs/coldbox-docs/tree/main/.agents/skills/commandbox-usage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ortus-docs/coldbox-docs --skill commandbox-usage

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

CommandBox CLI usage can be difficult to learn without a clear guide; this Skill provides structured guidance and practical examples to accelerate mastery.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Interactive shell commands and execution
  • Namespaces, parameter handling, and command composition
  • REPL, piping, recipes, and automation workflows across development and server tasks

Quick Start

Launch CommandBox and run a sample command such as box version to see how namespaces and parameters work.

Frequently Asked Questions about commandbox-usage

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I use CommandBox CLI for interactive shell tasks and server administration?▼

CommandBox CLI interactive shell tasks are executed by launching the shell and running commands with namespaces and parameters, such as `box version`, to handle server administration and development workflows.

What are CommandBox namespaces and how do they work with command parameters?▼

CommandBox namespaces organize commands into logical groups, allowing you to pass parameters and compose commands for structured execution within the interactive shell environment.

Can I automate CommandBox workflows using recipes and piping?▼

Yes, you can automate CommandBox workflows by using recipes to chain commands and leveraging piping to pass output between commands for development and server tasks.

Does CommandBox CLI include a REPL for executing commands?▼

CommandBox CLI includes a REPL (Read-Eval-Print Loop) that allows interactive execution of commands, enabling dynamic evaluation and testing of shell operations during development.

What is the best way to manage environment variables in CommandBox?▼

The best way to manage environment variables in CommandBox is through structured shell configuration, utilizing namespaces and parameters to set and reference variables across recipes and automation workflows.

Why use CommandBox recipes instead of standard shell scripts for automation?▼

CommandBox recipes offer integrated namespace support, parameter handling, and native piping within the CLI environment, providing structured execution for server tasks compared to standard shell scripts.

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