Now, let's break down the key features that actually solve real problems. First off, multi-LLM support means you can pick from OpenAI, Anthropic, or even run Ollama locally-no vendor lock-in here. You bring your own API key, so costs stay in your control, which I appreciate since API bills can sneak up on you.
The file chat feature? That's gold; upload a script or log, and ask questions like 'find the error in this code'-it pulls exactly what you need, cutting out the endless scrolling. Plus, automation for commands like git pushes or Docker runs happens with natural language prompts. Built-in help pops up if you're stuck, and since it's open-source, you can tweak prompts or add features yourself.
Oh, and it works seamlessly on Linux, macOS, Windows-lightweight install under 5MB, no bloat. Who's this for, you might wonder? Developers grinding through code reviews, sysadmins managing servers, data scientists wrangling scripts, or even hobbyists tinkering with projects. In my own setup, I've used it for generating READMEs on the fly during a late-night coding sprint last month-saved me from writer's block.
Startups love it for automating repo setups, shaving off 30 minutes per project, while solo devs use it to debug without jumping to an IDE. If you're into efficient, no-fuss tools, this fits right in. What sets Kel apart from, say, clunky IDE plugins or web-based AI chats? It's purely terminal-based, so no context-switching to a browser or GUI-keeps you in the flow.
Unlike paid tools that nickel-and-dime you, it's free and open-source, with community tweaks keeping it fresh. I was torn between it and some enterprise CLI bots at first, but Kel's flexibility won me over; you get pro-level smarts without the corporate overhead. Sure, it's still evolving, but that raw potential?
Pretty exciting. All in all, Kel boosts productivity by 20-50% for terminal-heavy folks, based on what I've seen in forums. Give it a try-grab it from GitHub, add your key, and see your shell light up. You won't regret ditching the manual grind.