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start-cli

Manage StartOS servers, packages, backups, networking, and s9pk development via CLI.

4|4|Updated Feb 1, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#devops#CLI#package-management#server-management#start-cli#StartOS
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Start9Labs/openclaw-startos --skill start-cli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: start-cli
Source: https://github.com/Start9Labs/openclaw-startos/tree/main/skills/start-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Start9Labs/openclaw-startos --skill start-cli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The start-cli skill consolidates server and workflow management for StartOS into a single, consistent command-line interface, reducing admin overhead and enabling repeatable operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Centralized control over servers, packages, backups, networking, and s9pk development.
  • Use Case: quickly install a package, configure backups, monitor status, and perform routine maintenance across a StartOS deployment.
  • Use Case: automate recurring administrative tasks by scripting and documenting commands for auditability.

Quick Start

Connect to a StartOS server with the StartOS CLI and list installed packages using a simple command: start-cli -H <SERVER> package list.

Frequently Asked Questions about start-cli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage StartOS servers and packages from the command line?▼

You can manage StartOS servers and packages from the command line using start-cli, which provides a unified interface for administering servers, installing packages, configuring backups, and handling networking across multiple nodes.

Can I automate StartOS package installation and server maintenance tasks?▼

Yes, you can automate StartOS package installation and server maintenance by scripting start-cli commands. This enables repeatable operations and routine administrative tasks like monitoring status and configuring backups across deployments for auditability.

What is the best way to connect to a StartOS server and list installed packages?▼

The best way to connect and list installed packages is using the start-cli command with a specified host: `start-cli -H <SERVER> package list`, which directly queries the server endpoints via the built-in StartOS CLI.

Do I need StartOS-compatible binaries to use a CLI for server administration?▼

Yes, you need StartOS-compatible binaries to use this CLI for server administration. The tool enforces documented commands and interacts directly with server endpoints through the built-in StartOS CLI environment.

Does start-cli support s9pk development and backup configuration?▼

Yes, start-cli supports s9pk development and backup configuration. It centralizes control over these features alongside server, package, and networking management within a single consistent command-line interface.

Why use a unified CLI for StartOS server administration instead of individual commands?▼

Using a unified CLI for StartOS server administration reduces admin overhead by consolidating workflows into a single, consistent interface. This enables repeatable operations and simplifies monitoring across multiple nodes.

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