October 8, 2025 — Google today announced the launch of the Genkit Extension for Gemini CLI, a new integration that brings deep understanding of Genkit’s architecture, SDKs, and development tools directly into Gemini CLI. This new extension allows developers to build, debug, and iterate on AI applications faster than ever — all from the command line.

The Genkit Extension is part of a broader ecosystem of Gemini CLI extensions launching today, designed to expand the AI-powered CLI’s capabilities across modern developer workflows.

Making AI Development More Seamless🧩

The Genkit Extension for Gemini CLI provides developers with an AI assistant that understands Genkit’s unique patterns and frameworks. By combining Genkit’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) server with specialized context files, Gemini CLI gains a comprehensive understanding of how to work with Genkit SDKs — enabling it to deliver context-aware, intelligent guidance throughout the development process.