goplaces

Search Google Places and fetch details or reviews via CLI with JSON output.

Updated May 18, 2022

Search Tags:#cli #json #reviews #goplaces #google-places #place-search #place-details

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/kendreaditya/.config --skill goplaces-kendreaditya

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Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/kendreaditya/.config/tree/main/claude/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kendreaditya/.config --skill goplaces-kendreaditya

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Query Google Places data efficiently from a dedicated CLI to look up places, fetch details, and read reviews without leaving the terminal.

Core Features & Use Cases

Text search: Find places by query and filter results for relevance.
Details & reviews: Retrieve place details and user reviews for quick evaluation.
JSON output: Emit machine-readable JSON for scripting and automation.

Quick Start

Run goplaces search 'coffee' to retrieve nearby cafe results.

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 from the CLI?▼

You can search Google Places from the CLI by running the goplaces binary with a text query like 'coffee' to retrieve nearby results. It requires a Google Places API key to fetch places, details, and reviews directly from your terminal.

Can I get Google Places reviews using a command line tool?▼

Yes, you can retrieve Google Places reviews using a command line tool by executing the goplaces binary. It fetches user reviews and place details for quick evaluation without leaving the terminal environment.

Does the goplaces CLI support JSON output for scripting?▼

Yes, the goplaces CLI supports JSON output for scripting and automation. You can emit machine-readable JSON data from your text searches and place details queries to integrate with other terminal workflows.

How do I fetch place details from Google Places in the terminal?▼

To fetch place details from Google Places in the terminal, use the goplaces binary to query specific locations. It returns detailed information and resolves place data efficiently for quick evaluation.

Do I need a Google Places API key to use a CLI for place search?▼

Yes, you need a Google Places API key set as GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY to use the goplaces CLI. This key is required to authenticate your text searches, place details, and reviews queries.

What is the best way to query Google Places data without leaving the terminal?▼

The best way to query Google Places data without leaving the terminal is using a dedicated CLI tool like goplaces. It allows you to perform text searches, fetch details, and read reviews efficiently with either human-readable or JSON output.