About
What is shell_gpt?
shell_gpt is a powerful command-line productivity tool that leverages AI large language models like GPT-4 to help users accomplish tasks faster and more efficiently. It eliminates the need for external resources by generating shell commands, code snippets, and documentation directly from the terminal. The tool supports various operating systems including Linux, macOS, and Windows, and is compatible with major shells such as PowerShell, CMD, Bash, and Zsh. Users can interact with shell_gpt through direct prompts, stdin, or even integrate it into their shell for quick completions. It also features a chat mode for conversational interactions and a REPL mode for interactive sessions, allowing for iterative improvements and context preservation.
Best used for
Ideal for developers who need to quickly generate complex shell commands, create code snippets, and understand documentation without leaving the terminal. Especially valuable for streamlining daily development workflows, debugging issues by analyzing logs, and interactively refining AI-generated suggestions.
Common actions
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Capabilities
Key features
- Generate shell commands
- Generate code snippets
- Generate documentation
- Interactive chat mode
- REPL mode
- Shell integration
- Function calling
Integrations
Not yet documentedPricing & Plans
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FAQs
Does shell_gpt require an OpenAI API key?
By default, shell_gpt uses OpenAI's API and GPT-4, which requires an API key. This key is stored securely in your configuration. However, you can also configure shell_gpt to use locally hosted open-source models, which are free to use, by running your own LLM backend server like Ollama.
Can shell_gpt integrate with my existing shell?
Yes, shell_gpt offers shell integration for both Bash and Zsh. This feature allows you to use hotkeys (Ctrl+l by default) to invoke shell_gpt completions directly in your terminal's input line, enabling immediate editing and execution of suggested commands.
How does shell_gpt handle conversational context?
shell_gpt features a chat mode and REPL mode that preserve and recall conversations. It creates conversational dialogues, allowing you to iteratively improve GPT suggestions by providing additional details within the same session. These sessions are stored locally for continuity.