grunt-cli
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Description:
JavaScript Task Runner
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.5.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 24, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @gruntjs  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: javascript task-runner build-automation developer-tools npm
Install: brew install grunt-cli
About:
Grunt-cli is the command-line interface for Grunt, a popular JavaScript task runner. It enables developers to automate repetitive tasks like minification, compilation, and unit testing directly from the terminal. This tool streamlines project workflows by managing and executing Grunt tasks defined in a project's Gruntfile.
Key Features:
  • Command-line interface for running Grunt tasks
  • Automates common development workflows
  • Supports an extensive ecosystem of plugins
  • Simplifies task configuration via Gruntfile
Use Cases:
  • Automating build processes for web applications
  • Compiling Sass/Less and transpiling modern JavaScript
  • Running automated test suites and code quality checks
Alternatives:
  • Gulp – Streaming build system using code-over-configuration
  • npm scripts – Native task runner built into package.json
Version History
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Dec 24, 2025 9:55pm 1.5.0 0 VERSION_BUMP eb988ef1
Nov 10, 2024 4:33pm 0 VERSION_BUMP c1980036