Homebrew — or simply brew — is the most popular package manager for macOS developers. This homebrew commands cheat sheet will help you install, update, and manage tools easily.
Whether you’re setting up a new Mac or maintaining your dev environment, this guide covers everything you need.
Homebrew Basics (Keep It Updated)
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brew --version
brew update
brew upgrade
brew upgrade <package>💡 Pro Tip:
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alias brewup='brew update && brew upgrade && brew autoremove && brew cleanup'Search & Info Commands
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brew search <keyword>
brew search /^go/
brew info <package>
brew list --versions <package>Install & Uninstall Packages
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brew install <package>
brew install <package>@<version>
brew reinstall <package>
brew uninstall <package>
brew uninstall --force <package>Manage Multiple Versions
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brew install node@20
brew link node@20
brew unlink node@20
brew switch node 20.11.1List & Dependencies
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brew list
brew list --formulae
brew list --cask
brew leaves
brew deps --installed --tree
brew autoremoveManage Services
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brew services list
brew services start postgresql
brew services stop postgresql
brew services restart redis
brew services cleanupCleanup & Fix Issues
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brew cleanup
brew cleanup -n
brew autoremove
brew doctorInstall GUI Apps (Casks)
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brew install --cask visual-studio-code
brew install --cask docker
brew install --cask warp
brew upgrade --caskPopular Developer Tools
- VS Code
- Docker / OrbStack
- Warp Terminal
- Raycast
- Postman
- iTerm2
Taps (Extra Repositories)
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brew tap homebrew/cask-versions
brew tap homebrew/cask-fonts
brew untap <tap-name>Quick Commands
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brew update && brew upgrade && brew autoremove && brew cleanupbrew install git node python jq yq tree wget htopHelpful Links
https://theeasymaster.com/virtual-host-macos-homebrew/
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Conclusion
This homebrew commands cheat sheet is a must-have for developers. It helps you manage your macOS environment efficiently and saves time.
