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goplaces

Query Google Places data from the CLI with JSON output.

1|1|Updated Jan 22, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#search#json#reviews#details#goplaces#google-places-api
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kelinfoxy/EZ-Homelab --skill goplaces-kelinfoxy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/kelinfoxy/EZ-Homelab/tree/main/docker-compose/ez-assistant/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kelinfoxy/EZ-Homelab --skill goplaces-kelinfoxy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Helps developers and power users quickly locate places and fetch details from Google Places API via a simple command-line interface, reducing manual web searches and enabling scripted workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search: find places by query with open-now, rating, and limit filters.
  • Details and reviews: fetch detailed info and user reviews for a place.
  • JSON output: emit machine-readable results for scripting and automation.

Quick Start

Run a simple search to discover nearby places and view details.

Frequently Asked Questions about goplaces

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search Google Places data from the command line?▼

You can search Google Places data from the command line using a CLI tool that queries the Google Places API to locate locations with filters like open-now, rating, and limit. It returns human-readable output for browsing or JSON for scripting.

Do I need a Google Places API key to fetch place details via CLI?▼

Yes, fetching place details via CLI requires a Google Places API key. You must set the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable to authenticate requests for retrieving detailed information and user reviews.

Can I get JSON output from Google Places API searches for scripting?▼

Yes, you can get JSON output from Google Places API searches for scripting. The CLI tool emits machine-readable JSON results across searches, resolve operations, and place details to enable automated workflows.

What is the best way to automate Google Places lookups in a terminal workflow?▼

The best way to automate Google Places lookups in a terminal workflow is using a CLI tool that queries the Google Places API and outputs JSON. This reduces manual web searches and enables scripted automation for locating places and fetching details.

Does the goplaces binary support fetching user reviews alongside place details?▼

Yes, the goplaces binary supports fetching user reviews alongside place details. It queries the Google Places API to retrieve both detailed information and user reviews for a specific place directly from the CLI.

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