What is CLI?
Command Line Interface - a way to interact with software by typing text commands
Why It Matters
CLIs are powerful tools for developers, often faster than graphical interfaces
Real-World Example
Using 'git push' in the terminal instead of clicking buttons in an app
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Related Terms
IDE
Integrated Development Environment - a specialised program for writing, testing, and debugging code
Terminal
A text-based interface for running commands on your computer
Full-stack
Working on both the frontend (what users see) and backend (the server and database) of an application
TypeScript
JavaScript with added type checking that catches errors before your code runs
JavaScript
The programming language that makes websites interactive and dynamic
Environment Variables
Secret settings stored outside your code, like passwords and API keys