Homebrew is a widely used package management system for macOS and Linux that simplifies the installation of software by automating the process of downloading, unpacking, compiling, and installing software packages. Designed with a strong UNIX philosophy, it provides an easy-to-use command-line interface that helps developers manage software dependencies and keep their systems updated consistently. Homebrew utilizes formulas to describe how to install a particular package and supports a growing ecosystem of over 5000 software applications, libraries, and tools. It significantly simplifies tasks like environment setup and toolchain management, making it an essential tool for developers who work in diverse programming environments or need to quickly set up new development environments. Additionally, Homebrew's community-driven nature ensures that it is continually evolving, with regular updates and contributions from developers worldwide.
View the most prominent open source Homebrew projects in the list below. Click on a specific project to view its alternative or complementary packages. Make comparisons and find the best package for your app.
- 🍺 The missing package manager for macOS (or Linux)☆47,986Updated this week
- A command-line tool that makes git easier to use with GitHub.☆22,947Feb 2, 2024Updated 2 years ago
- 🍻 A CLI workflow for the administration of macOS applications distributed as binaries☆22,020Updated this week
- 一个用于在 macOS 上平滑你的鼠标滚动效果或单独设置滚动方向的小工具, 让你的滚轮爽如触控板 | A lightweight tool used to smooth scrolling and set scroll direction independently f…☆20,100May 12, 2026Updated last week
- 🍻 Default formulae for the missing package manager for macOS (or Linux)☆15,287Updated this week
- Mac App Store command-line interface☆12,168May 8, 2026Updated last week
- A monospaced programming font inspired by the Minecraft typeface☆10,629Jan 1, 2026Updated 4 months ago
- Diablo build for modern operating systems☆9,488May 9, 2026Updated last week
- Mac setup and configuration via Ansible.☆6,974Feb 3, 2026Updated 3 months ago
- User-friendly GUI macOS application for Homebrew Casks☆6,745May 10, 2026Updated last week
- Nintendo 3DS "Custom Firmware"☆6,434Apr 2, 2026Updated last month
- a secure dotenv–from the creator of `dotenv`☆5,432May 12, 2026Updated last week
- The free AI already on your Mac. CLI tool, OpenAI-compatible server, and interactive chat — all on-device via Apple Intelligence. No API …☆5,329May 12, 2026Updated last week
- A fast and lightweight interactive terminal based UI application for tracking cryptocurrencies 🚀 by @miguelmota☆4,392Apr 7, 2024Updated 2 years ago
- A fast GUI for Homebrew written in SwiftUI☆4,419May 10, 2026Updated last week
- paul's fish, bash, git, etc config files. good stuff.☆4,339Apr 2, 2026Updated last month
- Homebrew, but with Docker images☆4,240Feb 5, 2025Updated last year
- Lightweight, native Mac menu bar app that helps you manage multiple PHP installations, locate config files and more. Also interacts with …☆3,212May 3, 2026Updated 2 weeks ago
- 🍂 Multipurpose homebrew tool for Nintendo Switch☆2,982Apr 2, 2026Updated last month
- Free, open-source macOS cleaner. CleanMyMac alternative with zero telemetry. Native SwiftUI, scheduled auto-cleaning, Xcode/Homebrew/syst…☆4,314Updated this week
- vim, zsh, git, homebrew, neovim - my whole world☆2,949Updated this week
- Emacs Plus formulae for the Homebrew package manager☆2,860Updated this week
- Homebrew tap for PHP 5.6 to 8.6. PHP 8.6 is built nightly☆2,846Updated this week
- 🗑️ Cleanup script for macOS (DEPRECATED)☆2,809May 21, 2023Updated 2 years ago
- Get started with your own dotfiles.☆2,706May 1, 2026Updated 2 weeks ago
- The Homebrew package manager for Linux☆2,653Feb 20, 2019Updated 7 years ago
- 📥 Homebrew (un)installer☆2,587Updated this week
- Like pyenv and rbenv, but for Go.☆2,498Updated this week
- Minimalistic Homebrew GUI made with Go, Wails and React.☆2,519Updated this week
- 👢 Bootstrap your macOS development system.☆2,327Updated this week
- [ARCHIVED since MAY 2020] All-in-One CFW Package for the Nintendo Switch☆2,098Mar 4, 2024Updated 2 years ago
- The new All-in-One CFW package for the Nintendo Switch.☆2,014Mar 31, 2026Updated last month
- 🏎 An online formulae browser for Homebrew☆1,966Updated this week
- Stream switch games to your PC via USB or network☆1,918Feb 10, 2026Updated 3 months ago
- Rust based package manager for macOS☆1,841Sep 2, 2025Updated 8 months ago
- JK's Save Manager Switch Edition☆1,842Mar 20, 2026Updated last month
- AdoptOpenJDK HomeBrew Tap☆1,812Sep 7, 2023Updated 2 years ago
- Automatically exclude development dependencies from Apple Time Machine backups☆1,807May 31, 2024Updated last year
- 💻 macOS setup script for front-end development☆1,785Mar 22, 2025Updated last year