using-modern-cli

Recommend and apply modern CLI tools for Bash workflows.

35|5|Updated Jul 5, 2025

Search Tags:#delta #fd #rg #bat #modern-cli #cli-tools #sd

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npx skills add https://github.com/alexei-led/cc-thingz --skill using-modern-cli

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Skill: using-modern-cli
Source: https://github.com/alexei-led/cc-thingz/tree/main/plugins/dev-tools/skills-codex/using-modern-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alexei-led/cc-thingz --skill using-modern-cli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Replace slow or legacy CLI workflows with modern, faster tools to speed up common shell tasks such as searching, file discovery, viewing, listing, and text replacement.

Core Features & Use Cases

Fuzzy searching with rg instead of grep for faster results that respect .gitignore.
Fast file discovery with fd and simple, readable commands.
Enhanced file viewing with bat, including syntax highlighting and line numbers.
Improved directory listing with eza, including git status and tree view.
Safe, readable text replacement with sd, with preview options.
Disk usage insights with dust; process inspection with procs; diff viewing with delta.

Quick Start

Start by replacing common CLI tasks with modern equivalents in your daily shell workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions about using-modern-cli

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

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How do I search files and text faster in Bash workflows?▼

You can speed up shell searching by using rg for text content and fd for file discovery, replacing slow legacy commands with modern CLI tools that respect .gitignore rules.

What are the best modern CLI tools for viewing and listing files?▼

For viewing and listing files, bat provides syntax highlighting and line numbers, while eza improves directory listing with git status integration and a tree view option.

Can I do safe text replacement in the shell without complex regex?▼

Yes, sd enables safe and readable text replacement in shell workflows, offering simple syntax and preview options to verify changes before applying them to your files.

How do modern CLI tools improve disk usage and process inspection?▼

Tools like dust offer clear disk usage insights, and procs provides improved process inspection, replacing legacy commands to give you faster and more readable system overviews.

Does delta work with git diff for better shell productivity?▼

Delta enhances diff viewing in your shell workflows, providing a clearer and more readable output for Git diffs and other text comparisons to boost overall productivity.

What is the best way to upgrade legacy shell commands for everyday tasks?▼

The best way to upgrade legacy shell commands is replacing them with modern CLI tools like rg, fd, bat, and eza for searching, discovery, viewing, and listing tasks.