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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