ask-gemini
Ask Gemini via local CLI and capture a reusable artifact
Best use case
ask-gemini is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Ask Gemini via local CLI and capture a reusable artifact
Teams using ask-gemini 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/ask-gemini/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How ask-gemini Compares
| Feature / Agent | ask-gemini | 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?
Ask Gemini via local CLI and capture a reusable artifact
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.
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SKILL.md Source
# Ask Gemini (Local CLI)
Use the locally installed Gemini CLI as a direct external advisor for brainstorming, design feedback, and second opinions.
## Usage
```bash
/ask-gemini <question or task>
```
## Routing
### Preferred: Local CLI execution
Run Gemini through the canonical OMX CLI command path (no MCP routing):
```bash
omx ask gemini "{{ARGUMENTS}}"
```
Exact non-interactive Gemini CLI command from `gemini --help`:
```bash
gemini -p "{{ARGUMENTS}}"
# equivalent: gemini --prompt "{{ARGUMENTS}}"
```
If needed, adapt to the user's installed Gemini CLI variant while keeping local execution as the default path.
Legacy compatibility entrypoints (`./scripts/ask-gemini.sh`, `npm run ask:gemini -- ...`) are transitional wrappers.
### Missing binary behavior
If `gemini` is not found, do **not** switch to MCP.
Instead:
1. Explain that local Gemini CLI is required for this skill.
2. Ask the user to install/configure Gemini CLI.
3. Provide a quick verification command:
```bash
gemini --version
```
## Artifact requirement
After local execution, save a markdown artifact to:
```text
.omx/artifacts/gemini-<slug>-<timestamp>.md
```
Minimum artifact sections:
1. Original user task
2. Final prompt sent to Gemini CLI
3. Gemini output (raw)
4. Concise summary
5. Action items / next steps
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