nix-tree
Interactive terminal UI for browsing dependency graphs of Nix derivations with size analysis.
What is nix-tree?
nix-tree is an interactive terminal application that visualizes and explores the dependency graphs of Nix derivations. It allows users to navigate package dependencies, analyze storage sizes (NAR, closure, and added size), and understand what contributes to a derivation's build output. The tool works with local stores, remote caches, flake references, and system profiles.
Nix and NixOS users, system administrators, and developers who need to debug, optimize, or understand the dependency structure of their packages and systems.
It provides an immediate, interactive way to explore complex Nix dependency graphs directly in the terminal without switching to external GUI tools, with specialized features like size analysis and why-depends investigation that standard Nix commands lack.
Overview
Interactively browse dependency graphs of Nix derivations.
Use Cases
Best For
- Understanding why a specific package is included in a Nix closure
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