Question 1

How do I use NASA CLI with my own NASA API key?

Accepted Answer

The README doesn't mention API key configuration; NASA CLI likely uses a default or internal key, but for custom setups, you may need to modify the source code or check for environment variable support, as it's not documented.

Question 2

Can NASA CLI download multiple images at once?

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No, NASA CLI only supports downloading one image per command—either the latest or from a specific date—with no built-in batch or loop functionality for multiple downloads.

Question 3

NASA CLI vs using wget or curl for APOD images?

Accepted Answer

NASA CLI simplifies the process with dedicated commands, while wget/curl require manual API calls and JSON parsing; NASA CLI is more convenient for casual use, but scripting with curl offers more control.

Question 4

How to save images to a specific folder with NASA CLI?

Accepted Answer

Currently, NASA CLI saves images only to the current working directory with no command-line option to specify a custom path; you'd need to change directories before running the command or move files manually.

Question 5

Does NASA CLI work on Windows without issues?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as an npm package, it should work on Windows with Node.js installed, but the README doesn't provide platform-specific instructions, and terminal behavior might vary compared to Unix-like systems.

Question 6

What happens if NASA CLI fails to download an image?

Accepted Answer

The README doesn't cover error handling; failures might be silent or produce generic errors, requiring users to check network connectivity or NASA API status independently.

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