Best use case
Cline is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Tool: VS Code extension with autonomous mode
Teams using Cline should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
$curl -o ~/.claude/skills/cline/SKILL.md --create-dirs "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/hivellm/rulebook/main/templates/skills/cli/cline/SKILL.md"
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/cline/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How Cline Compares
| Feature / Agent | Cline | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Tool: VS Code extension with autonomous mode
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
<!-- CLINE:START --> # Cline CLI Rules **Tool**: VS Code extension with autonomous mode ## Quick Start Install Cline extension in VS Code or use CLI mode. ## Usage ```bash # In prompts, always reference standards: "Follow @AGENTS.md. Implement [feature] with tests first (95%+ coverage)." # Cline will: - Read AGENTS.md - Write tests - Implement feature - Run quality checks ``` ## Workflow 1. Keep AGENTS.md open in workspace 2. Request features with "Follow @AGENTS.md" prefix 3. Review proposed changes before approval 4. Verify tests pass after implementation **Critical**: Reference @AGENTS.md in every prompt for consistent output. <!-- CLINE:END -->
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