{"categories":[{"label":"Software Development","url":"https://skillfed.io/packages/category/software-development/9"}],"enrichment":{"capability":"Kimi CLI is a terminal-based AI agent that helps with software development tasks by reading and editing code, executing shell commands, searching web pages, and autonomously planning actions.","skillfed_tags":["terminal-agent","mcp-support","ide-integration"],"use_cases":["Automate repetitive code editing and refactoring tasks directly from the terminal without switching to an editor.","Execute and debug shell commands with AI assistance, including planning complex multi-step operations.","Fetch and analyze web content or search results as part of development research workflows.","Integrate AI-assisted development into Zsh shell workflows via the plugin for seamless agent mode toggling.","Connect external tools and services via MCP server configuration to extend the agent's capabilities."],"what_it_does":"Kimi CLI is a terminal-based AI agent designed to assist with software development workflows. It can read and edit code files, execute shell commands, fetch and search web content, and autonomously adjust its actions during execution. The agent runs interactively in your terminal and can be toggled into shell command mode via keyboard shortcut, allowing you to run commands without leaving the interface.\n\nThe package integrates with multiple development environments: it works as a standalone CLI, can be embedded in VS Code via extension, supports the Agent Client Protocol for IDE integration (Zed, JetBrains), and includes Zsh shell integration. It also supports Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers for extended tool access. However, the project is in transition\u2014the maintainers are moving users toward Kimi Code CLI as the next-generation version, and this package will be gradually wound down, though existing installations and documentation remain available.","worth_installing":"Yes, with conditions. Kimi CLI is actively maintained, has low install friction, and offers genuine utility for terminal-based development workflows\u2014especially if you want AI assistance without leaving the shell or IDE. However, install it with awareness that the project is explicitly transitioning to Kimi Code CLI; the maintainers recommend migration. Verify the license before use in proprietary contexts, and confirm that the 29 runtime dependencies align with your environment constraints. Best suited for developers already comfortable with terminal-first workflows."},"id":"kimi-cli","links":{"html":"https://skillfed.io/packages/kimi-cli","md":"https://skillfed.io/packages/kimi-cli.md","pypi":"https://pypi.org/project/kimi-cli/"},"maintenance":{"status":"active"},"meta":{"latest_release":"2026-07-16","license_spdx":null,"license_treatment":"unclear","name":"kimi-cli","python_support":"supports_current","summary":"Kimi Code CLI is your next CLI agent."},"popularity":{"monthly_downloads":310451,"position":7745,"tier":"top_15000"},"security":{"n_vulnerabilities":0},"version":"1.49.0"}