oclif
A CLI framework for generating, building, and releasing Node.js command-line interfaces.
What is oclif?
oclif is a command-line interface framework for Node.js that helps developers create, build, and release professional CLI applications. It provides generators, packaging tools, and release automation to streamline the entire CLI development lifecycle. The framework is designed to scale from simple single-command tools to complex multi-command enterprise CLIs.
Node.js developers and teams building command-line tools, especially those needing structured projects, plugin systems, or cross-platform distribution. It's particularly valuable for companies creating developer-facing CLIs at scale.
Developers choose oclif because it offers a complete, battle-tested solution with built-in best practices from Salesforce and Heroku. Its integrated toolchain eliminates boilerplate and simplifies complex tasks like multi-platform packaging and release management.
Overview
CLI for generating, building, and releasing oclif CLIs. Built by Salesforce.
Use Cases
Best For
- Generating scaffolded CLI projects with consistent structure
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