GCLOUD CLI Builder

The GCLOUD CLI Builder is a powerful tool designed to help developers and DevOps engineers construct gcloud command-line interface (CLI) commands interactively. It simplifies the process of creating complex commands, reducing the need to frequently consult documentation and minimizing syntax errors.

Features

• Interactive Command Building: Select services, commands, and parameters through a user-friendly interface.
• Dynamic Parameter Fields: The tool displays relevant parameters based on the selected service and command.
• Real-time Command Generation: See the gcloud command being built in real-time as you select options.
• Copy and Download: Easily copy the generated command to your clipboard or download it as a shell script.

AI-Powered Command Generation (New!)

To accelerate your workflow even further, the GCLOUD CLI Builder now includes an AI-powered command generator using Google's Gemini.

How it Works

1. Describe Your Goal: In the "AI Command Generator" section, describe what you want to do in plain English.
2. Generate Command: Click the "Generate Command with AI" button.
3. Get a Command: The AI will process your request and generate a ready-to-use gcloud command.

Example

• Your Input: create a new GKE cluster named my-prod-cluster in us-central1 with 3 nodes
• AI Output: gcloud container clusters create my-prod-cluster --zone us-central1 --num-nodes 3

This feature is perfect for:

• Quick Starts: Generating a base command that you can then refine using the interactive builder.
• Complex Scenarios: Asking the AI for complex or less-common commands.
• Learning: Understanding gcloud syntax through natural language examples.

How to Use the Interactive Builder

1. Select a GCP Service: Choose a service from the dropdown, such as Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, or Cloud SQL.
2. Choose a Command: Select the specific command you want to build (e.g., instances create).
3. Fill in Parameters: Provide values for the required and optional parameters. The tool offers helpful placeholders and suggestions.
4. Copy the Command: The complete gcloud command will be displayed in the output area, ready for you to copy and use in your terminal.