Gemini CLI Is FREE — And It’s Shockingly Good

Gemini CLI might just be the most underrated developer tool out there — and it’s completely free. In this video, I dive deep into what Gemini CLI actually is, how to install it, and how it stacks up against other CLI editors like Cloud Code and Codec CLI. You’ll see how easy it is to get running, why it’s surprisingly powerful for coding and debugging, and the unique features (like custom slash commands, multi-folder workspaces, and even fun little Easter eggs) that make it stand out. We’ll explore: How to install and set up Gemini CLI Key features like /auth, /init, /stats, and custom slash commands The performance of Gemini 2.5 Pro with its massive 1M token context window Why it’s a serious contender compared to paid options Where it still falls short — and what’s likely coming next If you’ve got a Gmail address and a terminal, you can try this today — no subscriptions, no cost. Gemini CLI is open source and evolving fast, which makes it one of the most exciting free tools for developers right now. Give it a shot and see how it fits into your own workflow. #GeminiCLI #GoogleGemini #AItools #Developers #OpenSource #CodingTools 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Where does it fit 00:54 - Brief Installing 02:35 - Slash Commands 03:40 - The init 04:24 - Other Commands 04:59 - So, really free? 06:37 - Explain the codebase 07:42 - Fix an error 09:04 - Stats 09:40 - Multiple directories 10:30 - Settings! 11:12 - Hierarchical Config!! 12:12 - CUSTOM SLASH COMMANDS 17:17 - Chat history 19:20 - Use as actual shell command 20:48 - Conclusion