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)☆48,317Updated this week
- A command-line tool that makes git easier to use with GitHub.☆22,950Feb 2, 2024Updated 2 years ago
- 🍻 A CLI workflow for the administration of macOS applications distributed as binaries☆22,053Jun 2, 2026Updated last 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…☆20,419Updated this week
- 🍻 Default formulae for the missing package manager for macOS (or Linux)☆15,341Updated this week
- Mac App Store command-line interface☆12,221Updated this week
- A monospaced programming font inspired by the Minecraft typeface☆10,891May 27, 2026Updated last week
- Diablo build for modern operating systems☆9,540Updated this week
- Mac setup and configuration via Ansible.☆6,987Feb 3, 2026Updated 4 months ago
- User-friendly GUI macOS application for Homebrew Casks☆6,787May 10, 2026Updated 3 weeks ago
- Nintendo 3DS "Custom Firmware"☆6,469Jun 1, 2026Updated last week
- a secure dotenv–from the creator of `dotenv`☆5,520Jun 2, 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 …☆5,539Jun 2, 2026Updated last week
- A fast and lightweight interactive terminal based UI application for tracking cryptocurrencies 🚀 by @miguelmota☆4,391Apr 7, 2024Updated 2 years ago
- A fast GUI for Homebrew written in SwiftUI☆4,469Updated this week
- paul's fish, bash, git, etc config files. good stuff.☆4,348Apr 2, 2026Updated 2 months ago
- Homebrew, but with Docker images☆4,241Feb 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 …☆3,208May 30, 2026Updated last week
- 🍂 Multipurpose homebrew tool for Nintendo Switch☆2,984May 16, 2026Updated 3 weeks ago
- Free, open-source macOS cleaner. CleanMyMac alternative with zero telemetry. Native SwiftUI, scheduled auto-cleaning, Xcode/Homebrew/syst…☆4,632May 24, 2026Updated 2 weeks ago
- vim, zsh, git, homebrew, neovim - my whole world☆2,959May 23, 2026Updated 2 weeks ago
- Emacs Plus formulae for the Homebrew package manager☆2,869Updated this week
- Homebrew tap for PHP 5.6 to 8.6. PHP 8.6 is built nightly☆2,849Updated this week
- 🗑️ Cleanup script for macOS (DEPRECATED)☆2,812May 21, 2023Updated 3 years ago
- Get started with your own dotfiles.☆2,713May 19, 2026Updated 3 weeks ago
- The Homebrew package manager for Linux☆2,652Feb 20, 2019Updated 7 years ago
- 📥 Homebrew (un)installer☆2,602May 29, 2026Updated last week
- Like pyenv and rbenv, but for Go.☆2,510Jun 1, 2026Updated last week
- Minimalistic Homebrew GUI made with Go, Wails and React.☆2,579Updated this week
- 👢 Bootstrap your macOS development system.☆2,330May 29, 2026Updated last week
- [ARCHIVED since MAY 2020] All-in-One CFW Package for the Nintendo Switch☆2,097Mar 4, 2024Updated 2 years ago
- The new All-in-One CFW package for the Nintendo Switch.☆2,014Mar 31, 2026Updated 2 months ago
- 🏎 An online formulae browser for Homebrew☆1,980Updated this week
- Stream switch games to your PC via USB or network☆1,932Feb 10, 2026Updated 3 months ago
- Rust based package manager for macOS☆1,837Sep 2, 2025Updated 9 months ago
- JK's Save Manager Switch Edition☆1,856Mar 20, 2026Updated 2 months ago
- AdoptOpenJDK HomeBrew Tap☆1,813Sep 7, 2023Updated 2 years ago
- Automatically exclude development dependencies from Apple Time Machine backups☆1,818May 31, 2024Updated 2 years ago
- 💻 macOS setup script for front-end development☆1,784Mar 22, 2025Updated last year