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# Kilo Code CLI
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The AI coding agent built for the terminal. Generate code from natural language, automate tasks, and run terminal commands -- powered by 500+ AI models.
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## Install
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```bash
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npm install -g @kilocode/cli
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```
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Or run directly with npx:
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```bash
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npx --package @kilocode/cli kilo
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```
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## Getting Started
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Run `kilo` in any project directory to launch the interactive TUI:
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```bash
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kilo
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```
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Run a one-off task:
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```bash
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kilo run "add input validation to the signup form"
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```
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## Features
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- **Code generation** -- describe what you want in natural language
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- **Terminal commands** -- the agent can run shell commands on your behalf
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- **500+ AI models** -- use models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and more
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- **MCP servers** -- extend agent capabilities with the Model Context Protocol
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- **Multiple modes** -- Plan with Architect, code with Coder, debug with Debugger, or create your own
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- **Sessions** -- resume previous conversations and export transcripts
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- **API keys optional** -- bring your own keys or use Kilo credits
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## Commands
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| Command | Description |
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| --------------------- | -------------------------- |
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| `kilo` | Launch interactive TUI |
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| `kilo run "<task>"` | Run a one-off task |
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| `kilo auth` | Manage authentication |
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| `kilo models` | List available models |
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| `kilo mcp` | Manage MCP servers |
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| `kilo session list` | List sessions |
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| `kilo session delete` | Delete a session |
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| `kilo export` | Export session transcripts |
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Run `kilo --help` for the full list.
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## Alternative Installation
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### Homebrew (macOS/Linux)
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```bash
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brew install Kilo-Org/tap/kilo
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```
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### GitHub Releases
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Download pre-built binaries from the [Releases page](https://github.com/Kilo-Org/kilocode/releases).
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## Documentation
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- [Docs](https://kilo.ai/docs)
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- [Getting Started](https://kilo.ai/docs/getting-started)
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## Links
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- [GitHub](https://github.com/Kilo-Org/kilocode)
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- [Discord](https://kilo.ai/discord)
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- [VS Code Extension](https://kilo.ai/vscode-marketplace)
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- [Website](https://kilo.ai)
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## License
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MIT
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