firebase-cli — Firebase platform operator

Keyword: firebase · firebase deploy · firebase init · firebase emulators

Use this skill when the center of gravity is Firebase platform/project operation through the CLI.

When to use this skill

• Install or update firebase-tools, choose an auth path, and verify the CLI can operate the target project
• Bootstrap Firebase config in a repo with firebase init, .firebaserc, aliases, targets, and deploy surfaces
• Run the Firebase Emulator Suite for local development, persistence, and test execution
• Deploy or promote Hosting, Functions, rules, Remote Config, Extensions, or App Hosting through the CLI
• Manage preview channels, project aliases, selective deploys, and CI/CD auth for Firebase operations
• Perform Firebase admin/data tasks such as auth import/export, App Distribution, Remote Config rollback, and extension management

When not to use this skill