proflead

cli-ux-improver

Improve CLI help, errors, and output. Use when a mid-level developer needs to make a CLI friendlier.

proflead 106 22 Updated 4mo ago
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Install

npx skillscat add proflead/codex-skills-library/cli-ux-improver

Install via the SkillsCat registry.

SKILL.md

CLI UX Improver

Purpose

Improve CLI help, errors, and output.

Inputs to request

  • Current command list and help output.
  • Common user errors and support requests.
  • Target user personas.

Workflow

  1. Review current commands, flags, and help text.
  2. Propose clearer defaults and examples.
  3. Add error messages with next-step guidance.

Output

  • CLI UX improvement list and sample help text.

Quality bar

  • Optimize for discoverability and safe defaults.
  • Keep output concise and scannable.