dix
A blazingly fast tool to diff Nix closures, such as system builds or package derivation graphs.
What is dix?
Dix is a command-line tool designed to diff Nix closures, which are derivation graphs representing system builds or packages. It helps developers quickly identify changes between Nix environments, such as different system profiles or package versions, by providing a fast and clear comparison. The tool solves the problem of understanding what has changed in a Nix-based system, which is essential for debugging, auditing, and maintaining reproducibility.
Nix users, system administrators, and DevOps engineers who work with Nix-based systems and need to compare closures for debugging, auditing, or CI purposes.
Developers choose Dix for its blazing fast performance and focus on Nix-specific diffing, offering a more efficient alternative to generic diff tools. Its unique selling point is the combination of speed with optional correctness guarantees, making it suitable for both interactive use and critical CI pipelines.
Overview
A blazingly fast tool to diff Nix related things
Use Cases
Best For
- Comparing Nix system profiles to see what changed after an update
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