We have released TAKCLI, a small open-source tool designed to make working with TAK Server from the command line easier.
In day-to-day CLI work, we kept finding ourselves repeating the same setup steps, operational commands, and bits of glue code just to get common tasks done. TAKCLI came out of that practical frustration. The goal was not to build a replacement for existing TAK tooling, but to create a lightweight toolkit that makes common interactions more consistent and less painful.
What TAKCLI is for
The focus is straightforward: wrap common TAK Server operations into simpler commands, reduce manual setup, and make it easier to script repeatable workflows. That makes it useful for engineers, operators, and teams who want a more reliable command-line experience around TAK.
It also fits naturally into existing DevOps and automation pipelines. Rather than relying on ad hoc steps or one-off shell history, teams can standardise the way they interact with TAK Server and build those routines into repeatable tooling.
Why we open sourced it
TAKCLI is open source because we expect it to be most useful when others can adapt it to their own environments. Some teams may use it as-is. Others may extend it, script against it, or reshape it to fit their workflows. Either way, we wanted the tool to be available, inspectable, and practical.
That reflects the same approach we take more broadly at Codehaus: build small, useful tools from real delivery work and make them easier for others to adopt and improve over time.
Take a look
If you work with TAK Server from the CLI and want a simpler way to handle the repetitive parts, TAKCLI is worth a look. You can explore the project, use it in your own environment, or build on top of it from the repository below.