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Diagnose and fix CLI issues, including first-time setup for API keys and SSH configuration. 
runpodctl doctor

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Description

The doctor command is the recommended way to set up runpodctl for the first time. It guides you through:
  • Configuring your API key
  • Setting up SSH keys for Pod access
  • Verifying your configuration
If you encounter issues with the CLI, running doctor can help diagnose and fix common problems.

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Example

Run the doctor command to set up or troubleshoot your CLI: 
runpodctl doctor
The command will interactively guide you through the setup process and report any issues it finds.