Common Commands

This section details the common commands used within the CLI for interacting with the software. Each command's functionality is outlined, providing a comprehensive guide for utilizing the CLI effectively.

List of Common Commands

The following table summarizes the common commands and their respective functions:

Command	Function
`start`	Initiates the software application.
`stop`	Halts the running application.
`status`	Displays the current status of the application.
`config`	Modifies the software configuration settings.
`help`	Displays a list of available commands and options.
`version`	Shows the current software version.

Performing Basic Operations

The CLI provides a straightforward approach to performing basic operations. For example, to start the application, simply execute the following command:

start

Similarly, to stop the application, use:

stop

You can check the application's status with:

status

Passing Parameters and Options

Certain commands accept parameters and options to customize their behavior. For example, the config command allows you to modify specific configuration settings. To set the logging level to debug, use:

config --log-level debug

Options are typically preceded by two hyphens (--) and followed by a value. For a full list of available options for each command, refer to the help command:

help <command>

Managing User Authentication

User authentication is managed through the CLI using a token-based system. Upon installation, a unique token is generated and associated with your user account. You can retrieve your token using the token command:

token

To authenticate with the CLI, you must provide your token as an environment variable:

export MY_TOKEN=<your_token>

This ensures that all subsequent commands are executed with the appropriate authorization.

Exit Codes and Messages

The CLI returns exit codes and messages to indicate the outcome of command execution. A successful command execution is typically marked by an exit code of 0. Errors or failures are denoted by non-zero exit codes accompanied by descriptive error messages.

For instance, if you attempt to start the application but it is already running, the CLI may return an exit code of 1 along with a message like "Application is already running."

A comprehensive list of exit codes and their corresponding messages can be found in the Troubleshooting section of this documentation.

Scripting and Automation

The CLI commands can be seamlessly integrated into scripts for automating tasks. This allows you to streamline repetitive processes and enhance your workflow. For example, a script could be created to automatically start and stop the application based on specific conditions.

For detailed instructions on scripting and automation, please refer to the Scripting and Automation section of the documentation.