GitHub CLI

Bring GitHub to your terminal.

Free

Description

GitHub CLI is an official command-line tool that allows users to interact with GitHub directly from their terminal. By integrating pull requests, issues, releases, and other GitHub functionalities into the command line, it eliminates the need for frequent context switching between the web interface and the terminal.

This open-source solution empowers developers to automate and script workflows, create custom command aliases, and connect with GitHub Enterprise environments, making collaboration and repository management more efficient and accessible across different platforms.

Key Features

Manage Issues: List and filter open issues directly from the terminal.
Pull Request Management: Create, check status, check out, and manage pull requests using commands.
Release Management: Create and publish GitHub releases from the command line.
Repository Viewing: View repository details and READMEs within the terminal.
Custom Aliases: Set and use custom command shortcuts.
Scripting and API Access: Script actions and integrate with the GitHub API.
Enterprise Support: Connect with GitHub Enterprise Server as well as GitHub.com.
Cross-Platform: Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Open Source: Free to use and open for contributions.
No Context Switching: Perform GitHub actions without leaving the terminal.

Use Cases

Managing repository issues directly from the command line
Creating and merging pull requests without using the GitHub web interface
Releasing new software versions using GitHub releases from terminal
Automating repetitive GitHub workflows via scripting
Customizing terminal commands for frequent GitHub actions
Integrating with enterprise-level GitHub installations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GitHub CLI free to use?

Yes, GitHub CLI is free and open source.

What platforms does GitHub CLI support?

GitHub CLI is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Can I use GitHub CLI with GitHub Enterprise?

Yes, GitHub CLI can connect to GitHub Enterprise Server in addition to GitHub.com.

What GitHub actions can be performed with the CLI?

You can manage issues, pull requests, repository information, releases, run checks, and automate actions using scripts and aliases.

How can I install GitHub CLI?

You can install GitHub CLI via Homebrew or download installers for macOS, Windows, and Linux. Detailed installation instructions are available on the official site.