Using Nix Flakes as a Package Manager on macOS & Yubikey SSH Usage Memo

Using Nix Flakes as a Package Manager on macOS & Yubikey SSH Usage Memo Nix Flakes After reading fernvenue’s recent article Play with Nix Flakes, I decided to fully embrace Nix on my Mac, moving away from brew and Xcode. By discarding these bulky tools, I can easily install only what I need. Recently, I treated myself to an old M1 Max for my birthday, as I still rely on Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro....

May 20, 2024 · 3 min

An overview of the experience of using Nix as a package manager on macOS.

Hello everyone! Recently, I have noticed more and more people around me talking about Nix. As a tech newbie, although I don’t have much experience in coding, I deeply feel the inconvenience of using HomeBrew as a package manager on macOS in my daily use. So, I decided to give Nix a try for package management! A big step for a tech newbie! I am using a Mac mini M1, and I believe machines with similar Apple silicon can also benefit from my experience....

March 2, 2024 · 3 min