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ai-native-cli

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Design spec with 98 rules for building CLI tools that AI agents can safely use. Covers structured JSON output, error handling, input contracts, safety guardrails, exit codes, and agent self-description.

When to use

• Use when building a new CLI tool that AI agents will invoke
• Use when retrofitting an existing CLI to be agent-friendly
• Use when designing command-line interfaces for automation pipelines
• Use when auditing a CLI tool's compliance with agent-safety standards

When not to use

• Use this skill only when the task clearly matches the scope described above.
• Do not treat the output as a substitute for environment-specific validation, testing, or expert review.
• Stop and ask for clarification if required inputs, permissions, safety boundaries, or success criteria are missing.

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