CLIChat / LLM$0.262/M tokens

Use Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite in Gemini CLI

Connect the Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite API to Gemini CLI through SkillBoss — one API key, no provider lock-in. Starting at $0.262/M tokens.

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Setup in Gemini CLI

  1. Sign up at skillboss.co and create an API key.
  2. Configure Gemini CLI to use the SkillBoss API endpoint: https://api.skillboss.co/v1
  3. Set the model to google/gemini-2.5-flash-lite
  4. Run your first request — Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite is now available in Gemini CLI.

Model Specs

Model
Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite
Type
Chat / LLM
Vendor
google
Category
chat-llm
Pricing
$0.262/M tokens
API ID
google/gemini-2.5-flash-lite

Quick Start Code

Call Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite from Gemini CLI using the SkillBoss unified API:

curl -X POST 'https://api.skillboss.co/v1/chat/completions' \
  -H 'Authorization: Bearer $SKILLBOSS_API_KEY' \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
  -d '{
    "model": "google/gemini-2.5-flash-lite",
    "messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Hello from Gemini CLI"}]
  }'

The same API key works with all 600+ models. Change the model parameter to switch instantly.

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FAQ

How do I use Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite in Gemini CLI?

Sign up at skillboss.co, get an API key, and configure Gemini CLI to use the SkillBoss API endpoint (https://api.skillboss.co/v1). Set the model to google/gemini-2.5-flash-lite and you're ready to go.

How much does Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite cost?

Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite costs $0.262/M tokens via SkillBoss with pay-as-you-go billing. No subscription required.

Can I switch to another model without changing my code?

Yes — SkillBoss provides a unified API compatible with OpenAI format. Change the model parameter to switch between 600+ models instantly without modifying your integration.