Derick Schaefer

Derick Schaefer, an expert in command-line interfaces and author of 'CLI: A Practical Guide to Creating Modern Command-Line Interfaces,' dives into the evolution of CLIs from their Unix origins to their modern resurgence. He explores the object-command model popularized by Git and discusses the importance of API-first design for modern tools. Derick also highlights the role of AI in enhancing CLIs and the significance of user experience in output formats. With insights on various programming languages for CLI development, he predicts a bright future for these tools.