fast-cli

Replace legacy CLI tools with modern counterparts for filesystem tasks.

11|2|Updated May 29, 2025

Search Tags:#cli #search #zsh #command-line #disk-usage #file-listing #fast-tools

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npx skills add https://github.com/yulonglin/dotfiles --skill fast-cli

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: fast-cli
Source: https://github.com/yulonglin/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/skills/fast-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yulonglin/dotfiles --skill fast-cli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides smart defaults and modern CLI replacements to speed up common shell tasks, reducing manual effort and cognitive load.

Core Features & Use Cases

Modern replacements: use eza for ls, fd for find, rg for grep, bat for cat, dust for du, duf for df, zoxide for cd, delta for diff, and jless/jq for JSON viewing.
Productivity boosts: faster file listing, searching, viewing, and disk usage analysis with richer output and better navigation.
Use Case: When asked to list files or check disk usage, automatically apply the fastest appropriate tool and present concise results.

Quick Start

Run an optimized directory listing with icons and git status for a given path.

Frequently Asked Questions about fast-cli

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

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How do I speed up command-line file searching and directory listing in zsh?▼

Replace legacy tools with modern CLI counterparts like eza, fd, and rg to speed up file searching and directory listing in zsh, utilizing sensible defaults to minimize manual configuration and cognitive load.

What are the best modern CLI replacements for grep and find?▼

Modern CLI replacements for grep and find include rg and fd, which deliver faster filesystem searching capabilities and better default behaviors across macOS, Linux, and container environments.

Can I use these modern command-line tools across macOS, Linux, and containers?▼

Yes, these modern command-line tools are applicable across macOS, Linux, and containers, configuring smart defaults for tools like bat, dust, and zoxide to ensure consistent filesystem task performance across environments.

How do I analyze disk usage from the command line with faster alternatives to du?▼

Analyze disk usage from the command line using dust and duf as faster alternatives to du and df, which provide richer output and clearer navigation for viewing disk space across filesystems.

Does this CLI setup automatically configure sensible defaults for viewing files?▼

Yes, this CLI setup automatically configures sensible defaults for viewing files, replacing cat with bat and integrating jless and jq for JSON viewing to minimize setup time and cognitive load.