Alex Alecu
f2dea0a677
The built-in kilo-config skill only documented modern config paths (.kilo/, ~/.config/kilo/), but the CLI still loads legacy directories (.kilocode/, .opencode/) at every session. Users with configs in legacy locations got no guidance from the agent. Expand the Config File Locations section to document all scanned directories, glob patterns with plural variants, legacy config filenames, and environment variable overrides.
Kilo Code CLI
The AI coding agent built for the terminal. Generate code from natural language, automate tasks, and run terminal commands -- powered by 500+ AI models.
Install
npm install -g @kilocode/cli
Or run directly with npx:
npx --package @kilocode/cli kilo
Getting Started
Run kilo in any project directory to launch the interactive TUI:
kilo
Run a one-off task:
kilo run "add input validation to the signup form"
Features
- Code generation -- describe what you want in natural language
- Terminal commands -- the agent can run shell commands on your behalf
- 500+ AI models -- use models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and more
- MCP servers -- extend agent capabilities with the Model Context Protocol
- Multiple modes -- Plan with Architect, code with Coder, debug with Debugger, or create your own
- Sessions -- resume previous conversations and export transcripts
- API keys optional -- bring your own keys or use Kilo credits
Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
kilo |
Launch interactive TUI |
kilo run "<task>" |
Run a one-off task |
kilo auth |
Manage authentication |
kilo models |
List available models |
kilo mcp |
Manage MCP servers |
kilo session list |
List sessions |
kilo session delete |
Delete a session |
kilo export |
Export session transcripts |
Run kilo --help for the full list.
Alternative Installation
Homebrew (macOS/Linux)
brew install Kilo-Org/tap/kilo
GitHub Releases
Download pre-built binaries from the Releases page.
Documentation
Links
License
MIT