Gemini CLI

Gemini CLI is a command-line AI agent developed by Google, offering developers seamless access to Gemini’s capabilities—such as code generation, debugging, task automation, content creation, research, and even image/video generation—right from the terminal. It integrates tools like Google Search, local file operations, and external services (e.g., Imagen, Veo, Chirp) using the Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling powerful workflows like bug fixing, PR summarization, and feature creation across large codebases . In addition to raw CLI utility, Gemini CLI underpins Gemini Code Assist in IDEs like VS Code, preserving context when transitioning between your terminal and editor . It is distributed under the Apache 2.0 license and can be self-hosted or extended thanks to its open-source design .