nix-darwin
Declarative system configuration for macOS using Nix, bringing NixOS-like management to Apple computers.
What is nix-darwin?
nix-darwin is a collection of Nix modules that enables declarative system configuration for macOS, similar to how NixOS works for Linux. It allows users to manage their entire macOS environment—including installed packages, system services, and user settings—through a single Nix configuration file, providing reproducibility and version control for system state.
macOS users and system administrators who want reproducible, declarative system management using Nix, particularly those familiar with NixOS or looking to apply infrastructure-as-code principles to their personal computers.
Developers choose nix-darwin because it brings the powerful declarative configuration model of NixOS to macOS, enabling reproducible system setups, easy rollbacks, and centralized management of both system and user environments through the Nix ecosystem.
Overview
Manage your macOS using Nix
Use Cases
Best For
- Managing macOS system configurations declaratively with Nix
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