The CLI Book (The Book + Code Samples)

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The CLI Book

Writing successful command-line clients with Node.js

About the Book

The CLI Book is your step-by-step guide to write Command Line Clients with Node.js. Learn everything what makes Command Line Clients like Git and npm so successful and learn to compose the best Command Line Interfaces (CLI).

The first part of the book explains what is needed for a successful Command Line Client, in the second part we build an application based on the learned principles.

The goal of the book is to make you a successful creator of your own Command Line Clients to make an impact in the areas you care about.

You'll get a DRM free PDF, EPub and Mobi and all the source code used in the book.

 

 

 

Is This Book For You?

You'll get the most out of this book if you have basic knowledge of JavaScript and Node.js. We will build a Command Line Application by example and incorporate all the best practices needed for a successful Command Line Client.

About the Author

Robert Kowalski
Robert Kowalski

I am Robert Kowalski, a Software Engineer specialized on Open Source Software. I am a Node.js Core Committer and I worked on the npm client for several years, where I found my love for great Command Line Interfaces. I enjoy writing and lecturing about Node.js and Command Line Clients, hoping to inspire others and to share my knowledge.

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