coincap - Cryptocurrency Market Data

The coincap module integrates the CoinCap API into the terminal, providing real-time data for over 1,000 cryptocurrencies. It supports interactive browsing and data export in JSON or CSV formats.

When to Activate

• When the user wants to check current cryptocurrency prices and market stats.
• When performing automated financial analysis using structured crypto data.
• When an interactive overview of the crypto market is required in the terminal.

Core Principles & Rules

• API Key Required: Remind users to obtain an API key for high-rate usage.
• Data Portability: Prioritize --json and --csv for script-based market analysis.
• Interactive TUI: Use --app for a visual, table-based browsing experience.

Patterns & Examples

View Market (Interactive)

# Open interactive TUI for real-time crypto prices
x coincap --app

Export Market Data

# Get all market data as a JSON object
x coincap --json

Initialize Config

# Set up API keys and session defaults
x coincap init

Checklist

• Confirm if the user has an API key for prolonged use.
• Verify the desired output format (TUI, JSON, CSV).
• Ensure the user is aware the data is provided by CoinCap.io.