bird

Read, search, and post tweets from the terminal using cookie-based authentication.

Updated Apr 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents --skill bird-balic-ai-ml-r-d-resources
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bird
Source: https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents/tree/main/packages/skills/skills/bird
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/balic-AI-ML-R-D-Resources/eliza_autonomous_agents --skill bird-balic-ai-ml-r-d-resources

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Terminal access to X/Twitter content and actions, enabling users to read timelines, search tweets, and engage with posts without a browser.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read tweets and timelines directly from the command line
  • Search and explore Tweets, trends, and user accounts
  • Post tweets, replies, and manage engagement using cookie-based authentication

Quick Start

Install bird globally, authenticate with cookies, and run a sample command such as bird read <tweet_id> to view a tweet.

Frequently Asked Questions about bird

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I read and search Twitter timelines from the command line?▼

To read and search Twitter timelines from the command line, you can use a CLI tool that accesses Twitter's GraphQL backend to fetch timelines, view specific tweets, and search content directly within your terminal session.

How does cookie-based authentication work for Twitter CLI sessions?▼

Cookie-based authentication for Twitter CLI sessions works by storing your browser cookies locally, allowing the CLI to securely authenticate your account across multiple terminal commands without requiring repeated logins.

Can I post tweets and manage bookmarks via terminal without opening a browser?▼

Yes, you can post tweets, send replies, and manage bookmarks via terminal without a browser by using CLI commands backed by cookie-based authentication to securely interact with your Twitter account.

What is the best way to script automated Twitter search and engagement actions?▼

The best way to script automated Twitter search and engagement actions is using a CLI tool designed for scriptable usage, which supports command-line options for formatting, error handling, and GraphQL-backed data access.

Do I need browser cookies to view tweets and trends using a CLI?▼

Yes, you need browser cookies to view tweets and trends using a CLI, as the tool relies on cookie-based authentication to securely access Twitter's GraphQL data endpoints for reading and searching content.

Why does my Twitter CLI search fail to return results during a terminal session?▼

A Twitter CLI search may fail to return results if your cookie-based authentication has expired or is invalid, preventing the terminal session from successfully accessing the GraphQL backend to retrieve search data.