| name | usecli-grok |
| description | Use Grok as an external CLI worker inside a Claude Code or LikeCode-centered workflow. Good for critical review and alternative perspectives. Requires GROK_API_KEY or equivalent local configuration. |
usecli-grok
Overview
Use xAI Grok CLI as an external worker inside a Claude Code workflow.
Best for:
- critical review
- alternative perspectives
- challenging assumptions
- contrarian critique
Install
This sub-skill can be installed independently:
skill install https://github.com/Harzva/usecli-grok
Or manually:
git clone https://github.com/Harzva/usecli-grok.git
mkdir -p ~/.claude/skills
ln -s $(pwd) ~/.claude/skills/usecli-grok
Command
bash ~/.claude/skills/usecli-grok/scripts/usecli-grok.sh --prompt "<prompt>"
Or with a prompt file:
bash ~/.claude/skills/usecli-grok/scripts/usecli-grok.sh --prompt-file <path>
Verification
Run the local smoke test:
bash ~/.claude/skills/usecli-grok/tests/test_wrapper.sh
Environment Variables
| Variable | Purpose | Default |
|---|
USECLI_GROK_BIN | Grok executable | grok |
USECLI_GROK_MODEL | Model override | (none) |
USECLI_GROK_TIMEOUT | Timeout seconds | (none) |
Good Fits
- When you want a critic to challenge assumptions
- When you need alternative perspectives on a plan or design
- When you want contrarian feedback before final decisions
Notes
- Uses
grok --prompt in headless mode
- Requires
GROK_API_KEY or equivalent local configuration
- Useful as a secondary lane once API key is configured
Resources
bin/usecli-grok.sh
The wrapper script. Sources bin/usecli-lib.sh for shared functionality.
examples/workflows/gemini-grok-review.sh
Demonstrates Gemini + Grok review workflow.
