OpenAI Codex CLI - AI Tool
OpenAI Codex CLI - Local Vibe Coding
About OpenAI Codex CLI
The official command-line vibe coding tool from OpenAI. Edits local files, understands your repo, and runs shell commands with your permission. Like Aider, but built by OpenAI.
Key Capabilities
Zero-config 'npm install' setup
Edits local files directly
Interactive 'vibe' terminal UI
Safe 'Suggest' vs 'Auto-Edit' modes
Multimodal (paste screenshots to terminal)
Deep Git context awareness
Standout Features
Terminal Native
Lives where you work. No context switching, just pure command-line flow.
Safe Execution
Prompts for permission before editing files or running shell commands.
Multimodal Input
Paste images or screenshots directly into the terminal to guide the AI.
Perfect for
OpenAI Codex Review: The Agent vs. The CLI (2026 Guide)
OpenAI has re-launched Codex in two flavors: a cloud agent (available on Plus for $20/mo) and a free CLI. We tested both to see which one actually replaces your junior dev.
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