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Gemini CLI can work with Routeway through a community fork that supports OpenRouter-style configuration. This lets you use Gemini CLI with any Routeway model.
This integration depends on a community fork, not the official Gemini CLI release. Review the repository before using it in production.
Requires a valid Routeway API key. Get yours from the dashboard.

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Setup

1

Clone the OpenRouter-compatible fork

Use the community fork with OpenRouter support:
git clone https://github.com/heartyguy/gemini-cli
cd gemini-cli
git checkout feature/openrouter-support
2

Configure environment variables

Point the fork at Routeway’s OpenAI-compatible endpoint:
export OPENROUTER_BASE_URL="https://api.routeway.ai/v1"
export OPENROUTER_API_KEY="YOUR_ROUTEWAY_API_KEY"
3

Choose a tools-capable model

If you want repo search, file edits, or command execution, choose a model that supports function calling. Browse available options at routeway.ai/models.
4

Install dependencies and start the CLI

Requires Node.js 18+:
npm install
npm start
5

Verify the setup

Ask the CLI to inspect the current project or explain a file. If it answers normally and can use tools when needed, the Routeway connection is working.

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Notes

  • Base URL: https://api.routeway.ai/v1
  • Auth: Standard Routeway API key
  • This setup may drift as the community fork evolves

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Example Prompts

Try these once you’re connected:
  • “Summarize the project structure and key modules.”
  • “Find the code responsible for X and explain how it works.”
  • “Propose a refactor plan for module Y and list the files to change.”