Question 1

How do I use del-cli with glob patterns to delete multiple files?

Accepted Answer

Pass glob patterns as arguments, like 'del "*.png" "!unicorn.png"' to delete all PNGs except unicorn.png. Ensure quotes on Windows to handle spaces, and it works cross-platform as per the globbing support.

Question 2

del-cli vs rimraf: which is better for my project?

Accepted Answer

del-cli is better for cross-platform globbing and safety features like dry-run mode, while rimraf is simpler if you don't need those. The README compares them, noting del-cli's advantages in globbing and default safety.

Question 3

How to preview what del-cli will delete before running it?

Accepted Answer

Use the --dry-run or -d option to list files that would be deleted without actual deletion. This is silent if no matches, helping avoid mistakes in automated scripts.

Question 4

Is del-cli safe to use in production CI/CD pipelines?

Accepted Answer

Yes, with caution: enable dry-run first to verify deletions, and use --force only when necessary. Its safety defaults prevent parent directory deletion, but permanent deletion means no recovery if misconfigured.

Question 5

Can del-cli delete nested directories and files recursively?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it can delete directories recursively using glob patterns or paths, similar to rm -rf, but with added safety checks to prevent accidental deletion of parent directories by default.

Question 6

How do I install del-cli on Windows without conflicts?

Accepted Answer

Install via npm with 'npm install --global del-cli', but remember to use 'del-cli' instead of 'del' in commands, as Windows has a built-in del command, as noted in the README warning.

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