linkedin-cli
A bird-like LinkedIn CLI for searching profiles, checking messages, and summarizing your feed using session cookies.
Best use case
linkedin-cli is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
A bird-like LinkedIn CLI for searching profiles, checking messages, and summarizing your feed using session cookies.
Teams using linkedin-cli 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
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/linkedin-cli/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How linkedin-cli Compares
| Feature / Agent | linkedin-cli | 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?
A bird-like LinkedIn CLI for searching profiles, checking messages, and summarizing your feed using session cookies.
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
# LinkedIn CLI (lk)
A witty, punchy LinkedIn CLI inspired by the `bird` CLI. It uses session cookies for authentication, allowing for automated profile scouting, feed summaries, and message checks without a browser.
## Setup
1. **Extract Cookies**: Open LinkedIn in Chrome/Firefox.
2. Go to **DevTools (F12)** -> **Application** -> **Cookies** -> `www.linkedin.com`.
3. Copy the values for `li_at` and `JSESSIONID`.
4. Set them in your environment:
```bash
export LINKEDIN_LI_AT="your_li_at_value"
export LINKEDIN_JSESSIONID="your_jsessionid_value"
```
## Usage
- `lk whoami`: Display your current profile details.
- `lk search "query"`: Search for people by keywords.
- `lk profile <public_id>`: Get a detailed summary of a specific profile.
- `lk feed -n 10`: Summarize the top N posts from your timeline.
- `lk messages`: Quick peek at your recent conversations.
- `lk check`: Combined whoami and messages check.
## Dependencies
Requires the `linkedin-api` Python package:
```bash
pip install linkedin-api
```
## Authors
- Built by Fido 🐶Related Skills
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