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Quick Install

Run a single command to install Nia: 
npx nia-wizard@latest        # npm
pnpx nia-wizard@latest       # pnpm
bunx nia-wizard@latest       # bun (fastest)
yarn dlx nia-wizard@latest   # yarn
This wizard will:
  • Work for both new and existing users
  • Create your account or log you in
  • Generate your API key automatically
  • Auto-detect and configure your IDE
  • Get you running in under a minute
That’s it! The wizard handles everything - just follow the prompts and you’re done.
curl -fsSL https://app.trynia.ai/cli | sh

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Choose Your Setup

There are two ways to connect Nia to your coding agent. Both give you access to the same features and tools — they just differ in how they communicate with the Nia API.

MCP Server

The standard approach. Your IDE connects to Nia through the Model Context Protocol — either via a remote server (recommended) or a local process.
  • Native IDE support for 30+ editors
  • Automatic context management
  • Remote server option (zero dependencies)
  • Best for complex, multi-step workflows

Agent Skill

A lightweight alternative. Your agent reads a skill file and calls the Nia API directly — no MCP server or background process needed.
  • Single command install
  • No background processes
  • Works with any agent that supports skills
  • Lighter resource usage, sometimes faster than MCP
Not sure which to pick? If your IDE natively supports MCP (most do), go with the MCP Server. If you prefer a simpler setup or your agent supports skills, try the Agent Skill — it uses direct API calls and can be even more responsive.