goplaces

Name: goplaces
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Author: dbillionaer

Query Google Places API for text search, details, and place resolution via CLI.

1|1|Updated Feb 19, 2026

Search Tags:#api #cli #search #location #maps #google places

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Dbillionaer/wholesaile --skill goplaces-dbillionaer

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Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/Dbillionaer/wholesaile/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Dbillionaer/wholesaile --skill goplaces-dbillionaer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a command-line interface to interact with the Google Places API, allowing users to easily search for places, get detailed information, and resolve place names without complex coding.

Core Features & Use Cases

Text Search: Find places based on a text query (e.g., "coffee shops").
Place Details: Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific place using its ID, including reviews.
Place Resolution: Convert human-readable place names or addresses into structured place data.
Use Case: Quickly find nearby restaurants with a minimum rating and check their opening hours directly from your terminal.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for "pizza" near your current location.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

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How do I search for nearby places using the Google Places API from the terminal?▼

You can search for nearby places from the terminal by running the goplaces CLI for text search. It queries the Google Places API using a text query like "coffee shops" and returns human-friendly output or JSON for scripting.

Can I get place details like opening hours and reviews using a command-line interface?▼

Yes, you can retrieve comprehensive place details including opening hours and reviews using a command-line interface. The goplaces CLI queries the Google Places API with a specific place ID to return detailed information.

Do I need a Google Places API key to resolve place names into structured data?▼

Yes, you need a Google Places API key to resolve place names into structured data. The goplaces CLI requires the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable to be set to authenticate and resolve human-readable addresses.

What is the best way to script Google Places API text search results?▼

The best way to script Google Places API text search results is using the goplaces CLI with JSON output. It queries the Google Places API and returns structured JSON data directly in your terminal for automated scripting workflows.

Does the goplaces CLI require installing a separate binary to query maps and location data?▼

The goplaces CLI optionally requires installing a separate binary to query maps and location data. You can install the goplaces binary via Homebrew to enable text search, place details, and place resolution features.

Why does my Google Places API search return human-friendly output instead of JSON?▼

Your Google Places API search returns human-friendly output instead of JSON by default for terminal readability. The goplaces CLI supports both human-friendly output and JSON, requiring you to specify JSON formatting for scripting.