Summary

jko was designed to streamline project management by organizing and sharing scripts and dependencies across projects, leveraging JavaScript’s dynamic capabilities to import files. This modular approach enables you to build complex dependency trees and automate tasks with ease. It provides a structured and declarative way to manage scripts, and orchestrate tasks. Whether you need to streamline your project’s workflow, integrate community-driven enhancements, or simply automate routine tasks, this CLI system adapts to your needs while providing a robust foundation for scalable development.

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⭐ Key Features

• Run Scripts: Execute predefined commands sequentially—ideal for automating workflows such as builds, tests, and deployments.

• Function Scripts: Leverage reusable logic for dynamic execution, allowing customization based on parameters and context.

• Declarative Syntax: Use special keywords—$pre, $post, $catch, $comment, $disable—to define script behavior, ensuring predictable execution and unlocking additional functionality.

• Script Lifecycle Management:

  • $pre and $post directives manage actions before and after script execution.
  • $catch handles errors gracefully.

• Grouping Scripts: The | operator lets multiple scripts share a common definition, reducing duplication and streamlining execution.

• Organize Scripts and Dependencies:

  • Use a JavaScript file (e.g., jko.js) to manage scripts and/or dependencies.
  • Alternatively, use a JSON file with $extends and $installs directives.

• Environment Variables Handling:

  • jko-generated variables use the jko_ prefix.
  • Compatibility variables prefixed with npm_package_ are also supported.

• Easy and Quick Settings:

  • Configure via jko.js fields like envFile, logLevel, and packageManager.
  • Or use command-line options such as --config-file, --env-file, --log, and --package-manager.

• Well Documented:

  • Comprehensive documentation is provided.
  • Quick information is available via the --help command-line option.

👍 Advantages

• Predictability: Clearly defined execution flows ensure consistent and reliable outcomes.

• Modularity: Easily extend and modify scripts and dependencies across various environments.

• Automation-Friendly: Simplifies complex scripting tasks, reducing manual efforts and potential errors.

• Clear Output: Informative, colored labels help you quickly understand what happened during execution.