How to add auth to your Go CLI using WorkOS

Modern CLI applications often require user authentication, and a web-based OAuth flow is an effective solution, especially for environments where embedding a browser isn't feasible. This tutorial demonstrates how to implement a CLI login flow using WorkOS CLI Auth in Go, based on the OAuth 2.0 Device Authorization Grant. The process involves requesting a device code from WorkOS, prompting the user to authenticate via a provided URL and user code, and polling WorkOS for authentication tokens. The CLI displays the necessary information for user verification and manages the authentication process without requiring users to manually paste tokens. The tutorial outlines the necessary steps, including code snippets, to add secure OAuth-powered login capabilities to a CLI tool, allowing users to authenticate through a browser seamlessly.

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