Kimi Code CLI: An AI Coding Agent for the Terminal

Kimi Code CLI is an AI coding agent that runs directly in the terminal. It reads and edits code, executes shell commands, searches files, and fetches web pages — all while planning and adjusting its next steps based on the feedback it receives during execution. It works out of the box with Moonshot AI's Kimi models and supports configuration for other compatible providers.

The CLI is written in TypeScript, distributed via npm, and runs on Node.js. It is designed for tasks such as implementing features, fixing bugs, refactoring, exploring unfamiliar codebases, and automating batch operations like running builds and tests. Rather than a chat interface, Kimi Code CLI operates as an autonomous agent that iterates on its own output within the terminal environment.