RESOURCES & GUIDES

Master the Agentic Workflow

From initial setup to advanced MCP strategies, our guides help you get the most out of your terminal AI agents.

Installation Guides

Claude Code CLI Installation Guide

Learn how to install and configure Agent Skills in Anthropic's native Claude Code environment.

Cursor Installation Guide

Step-by-step guide to setting up Agent Skills in Cursors AI-powered code editor.

Gemini CLI Installation Guide

Comprehensive setup for Agent Skills in Google's Gemini CLI tool.

VS Code GitHub Copilot Agent Skills Installation Guide

Step-by-step setup for Agent Skills in VS Code with GitHub Copilot (paths, installation methods, and activation).

Codex CLI Installation Guide

Comprehensive setup for Agent Skills in OpenAI's Codex CLI tool.

Manual Installation Guide (Platform-Agnostic)

Universal methods for installing Agent Skills that work across any AI coding platform.

Universal Installers Guide

Manage Agent Skills across multiple platforms with a single command using OpenSkills.

Agent Comparisons

Claude Code vs Cursor vs GitHub Copilot: Which Fits Your Workflow?

Practical comparison of Claude Code, Cursor, and GitHub Copilot for agentic coding workflows, speed, context, and team fit.

Common Solutions

Agent Skills Format Specification

Deep dive into the standardized SKILL.md format and directory structure.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common issues and solutions when installing or using Agent Skills.

How to Run MCP Servers without Docker

Learn how to use uvx, npx, and direct binaries to run MCP servers without container overhead.

Best Practices

Claude Code Workflows: 10x Your Productivity

Master advanced Claude Code workflows. Learn how to use CLAUDE.md, MCP servers, and autonomous mode for seamless development.

Claude Code Sandbox: Secure Autonomous Workflows

Comprehensive guide to Claude Code's native sandbox and devcontainer isolation for safe autonomous AI agent workflows.

Best Practices Guide

Tips and strategies for building effective, reliable, and portable Agent Skills.

CmdBrief Safety & Trust Guide

Essential safety tips for installing and running AI agent skills and MCP servers.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

If you're new to terminal agents, we recommend starting with Claude Code for its conversational abilities, or GitHub Copilot CLI for its deep integration with your existing workflow.

Yes, most terminal agents require their respective API keys (Anthropic, Google, or OpenAI) to function. Our setup guides walk you through exactly how to generate and securely store these keys.

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open standard that allows AI agents to connect to your data and tools. CmdBrief is a major directory for finding and installing these MCP servers.