Using the Timeline Editor from the Command Line

After installing the underdogcowboy package, you can easily access the Timeline Editor directly from your command line interface (CLI). This guide will walk you through the installation process and how to launch the Timeline Editor.

Installation

To get started with the Timeline Editor, you first need to install the underdogcowboy package. You can do this using pip, Python's package installer.

Open your terminal or command prompt and run the following command:

pip install underdogcowboy

This command will download and install the underdogcowboy package along with all its dependencies.

Launching the Timeline Editor

Once the installation is complete, you can start the Timeline Editor by simply typing the following command in your terminal:

uc-timelineeditor

That's it! This command will launch the Timeline Editor script, and you'll be ready to start using all its features.

What Happens When You Launch the Timeline Editor

When you run the uc-timelineeditor command:

1. The script initializes the Timeline Editor environment.

2. It loads your configuration settings (if any).

3. You'll be prompted to select a language model to work with.

4. The editor will start in interactive mode, ready for you to enter commands or start a conversation.

Tips for Using the Timeline Editor CLI

1. First-Time Use: The first time you run the editor, you may be prompted to set up your configuration, including API keys for language models.

2. Help Command: If you're unsure about available commands, type help or ? once the editor is running to see a list of all commands.

3. Exiting the Editor: To exit the Timeline Editor, use the quit or q command.

4. Saving Your Work: Remember to save your timeline or export important messages before exiting the editor.

5. Customization: You can customize the editor's behavior by modifying the configuration file, usually located in your home directory under .underdogcowboy/config.json.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues when trying to run the uc-timelineeditor command:

• Ensure that the installation was successful and that underdogcowboy is in your Python path.

• Check that you have the necessary permissions to run scripts in your current environment.

• If the command is not recognized, try restarting your terminal or adding the Python scripts directory to your system's PATH.

By using the Timeline Editor through the CLI, you can quickly access its powerful features for managing conversations, experimenting with different language models, and streamlining your workflow with AI-assisted tasks.

Remember, the Timeline Editor is a versatile tool, and running it from the command line gives you quick access to all its capabilities whenever you need them.