ask-cli ☆
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Description:
CLI tool for Alexa Skill Kit
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.30.7@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: alexa voice cli aws serverless
Install: brew install ask-cli
About:
The Alexa Skills Kit (ASK) CLI is a command-line interface that enables developers to initialize, build, deploy, and manage Alexa skills. It provides a robust workflow for skill development, including Lambda function management and account linking. This tool is essential for automating the deployment pipeline for Alexa applications.
Key Features:
  • Initialize and scaffold new Alexa skill projects
  • Deploy and manage skill models and Lambda functions
  • Simulate and test skills locally
  • Configure account linking and AWS credentials
Use Cases:
  • Developing and deploying serverless Alexa skills
  • Automating skill updates via CI/CD pipelines
  • Managing multiple Alexa skill versions and environments
Alternatives:
  • Serverless Framework – A generic framework for serverless apps, requiring specific plugins for Alexa integration, whereas ASK CLI is purpose-built.
  • AWS SAM CLI – Focuses on AWS Lambda and API Gateway, but lacks specific commands for Alexa Skill Manifest management.
License: Apache-2.0
Dependencies: node
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, sonoma, ventura, monterey, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
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