Getting Started
Everything you need to install, configure, and run your first Kavi session
This section walks you through going from zero to a working Kavi setup. By the end, you will have Kavi installed, your project initialized, and your first AI-assisted task completed through the TUI.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have:
- Node.js (v25 or later)
- git (any recent version)
- Claude CLI -- installed and authenticated (
claude --versionshould work) - Codex CLI -- installed (
codex --versionshould work)
Path Through the Docs
1. Installation
Install Kavi globally and verify all prerequisites are in place
2. Initialization
Run kavi init to create project and user configuration
3. First Session
Open the TUI, compose a task, route it, review the output, and land the result
4. Quick Start
A condensed 5-minute end-to-end walkthrough
Need Help?
If something does not work as expected, run kavi doctor to diagnose common issues. It checks for missing dependencies, authentication problems, and configuration errors.