Managing Multi Provider AI Workflows in the Terminal with Bifrost CLI

Command-line tools are still a common way to work with AI. They give better control and fit naturally into everyday workflows, which is why many people continue to use them. A common issue with CLI-based tools is that they are often tied to a single provider. Switching between options usually means updating configs and handling multiple API keys. In some cases, it may even involve changing tools. This can slow things down and make everyday work feel a bit frustrating. Bifrost CLI aims to simplify this setup. It provides a single way to connect CLI tools to multiple providers, without changing how the tools are used. In this article, let us look at how it works and how to get started. What is Bifrost CLI Bifrost is an open-source AI gateway that works between applications and model providers. It offers provider-compatible endpoints such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and Gemini formats. It manages request routing, API keys, and response formatting in one place, so separate setups for each provid