goplaces

Query the Google Places API for text search, place details, and reviews.

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npx skills add https://github.com/linuxhsj/openclaw-zero-token --skill goplaces-linuxhsj

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Skill: goplaces
Source: https://github.com/linuxhsj/openclaw-zero-token/tree/main/skills/goplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/linuxhsj/openclaw-zero-token --skill goplaces-linuxhsj

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies interacting with the Google Places API, allowing users to easily search for places, get detailed information, resolve locations, and retrieve reviews without complex API calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

Text Search: Find places based on keywords and location.
Place Details: Retrieve comprehensive information about a specific place, including reviews.
Location Resolution: Find places based on human-readable addresses.
Use Case: Quickly find nearby coffee shops with a rating above 4 stars, open now, and display the results in a human-readable format.

Quick Start

Use the goplaces skill to search for "coffee shops" near your current location and display the results.

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 businesses using the Google Places API?▼

You can search for nearby businesses using the Google Places API by running a text search with the goplaces CLI. It matches keywords and location to return points of interest in a human-readable format or JSON for scripting.

Can I retrieve customer reviews for a specific place from Google Places?▼

Yes, you can retrieve customer reviews from Google Places by requesting place details through the goplaces CLI. It fetches comprehensive information about a specific business, including its reviews, and outputs the results for scripting.

Do I need an API key to query Google Places for location data?▼

Yes, you need a valid Google Places API key to query location data. The goplaces CLI requires the GOOGLE_PLACES_API_KEY environment variable to be set in your system before executing any text search or place details requests.

What is the best way to resolve a human-readable address using Google Places?▼

The best way to resolve a human-readable address using Google Places is the location resolution feature in the goplaces CLI. It translates addresses into actionable location data and returns the matched places in JSON or human-friendly output.

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

Yes, you can get JSON output from Google Places API searches for shell scripting. The goplaces CLI supports JSON formatting alongside human-friendly output, allowing you to pipe location-based lookup results directly into other scripts.

How does location resolution work with the Google Places API?▼

Location resolution with the Google Places API works by taking a human-readable address and matching it to exact places. The goplaces CLI executes this lookup, fetching the corresponding business details and points of interest for your query.