A fully functional command-line interface for YouTube that allows manipulation of videos, playlists, channels, and more.
One-Minute Overview#
yutu is a fully functional command-line interface for YouTube that enables direct management of YouTube resources through the Google Cloud Platform API. It's designed for developers and content creators who need to efficiently handle YouTube operations in bulk, offering a more powerful and efficient alternative to web interfaces.
Core Value: Complete YouTube content management without leaving your terminal
Quick Start#
Installation Difficulty: Medium - Requires Google Cloud Platform account setup and API configuration
❯ go install https://github.com/eat-pray-ai/yutu@latest
Is this suitable for me?
- ✅ Batch YouTube management: Quickly process大量视频操作 in bulk
- ✅ Content creator workflows: Automate publishing, manage videos and playlists
- ❌ Simple YouTube viewing: If you just watch videos, web interface is more intuitive
Core Capabilities#
1. Video Management#
- Upload, edit, delete videos, set thumbnails Actual Value: Complete video lifecycle management without leaving the command line
2. Playlist Operations#
- Create, modify, delete playlists, manage playlist items Actual Value: Efficient organization of video content, ideal for tutorial series or categorization
3. Channel Management#
- Manage channel banners, channel sections, member information Actual Value: One-stop channel content management to improve operational efficiency
4. Comment System#
- View and manage video comments, comment threads Actual Value: Promptly respond to audience feedback and maintain community engagement
5. Content Search#
- Search for YouTube videos, channels, and playlists from the command line Actual Value: Quickly discover and bookmark content without switching to a browser
Tech Stack & Integration#
Development Language: Go Main Dependencies: Google YouTube Data API v3, Google OAuth2 Integration Method: CLI Tool
Maintenance Status#
- Development Activity: Active - Regular commits and GitHub Actions workflows
- Recent Updates: Recent releases available
- Community Response: Open to contributions with clear contribution guidelines
Documentation & Learning Resources#
- Documentation Quality: Comprehensive - Includes feature documentation, contribution guidelines, and usage examples
- Official Documentation: FEATURES.md, CONTRIBUTING.md
- Example Code: Rich command examples and installation tutorials provided