Google just surprised developers with Gemini CLI, a brand-new coding agent you can run entirely from your terminal for exactly $0. Sounds incredible…but does it actually deliver? In my latest video I put Gemini CLI through a real world coding challenge so you can see its power (and any pitfalls) before you install. ​ Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ Quick rundown of Google’s surprise Gemini CLI announcement—and why it matters. ✅ 60-second install so you can start testing immediately. ✅ Real-World Test #1 (Easy): Bug Fix – patch a small production bug on a website in minutes. ✅ Real-World Test #2 (Hard): New Feature – add a full feature to an existing web app: new DB table, API endpoints, and UI components. ✅ Real-World Test #3: From-Scratch Build – spin up a brand-new app, just like starting fresh with Lovable. ✅ My final verdict – is Gemini CLI ready to replace your paid coding tools? If you’re serious about saving time on coding tasks, you do not want to miss this walkthrough. Cheers, Brandon Hancock 🧑‍💻