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nub for Mac

Fast TypeScript runtime and package manager that augments Node

Quick answer: nub is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install nub. It is distributed under the MIT licence. It has 89 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What nub is

nub is a command-line tool for macOS: fast TypeScript runtime and package manager that augments Node.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. It is distributed under the MIT licence.

How to install nub

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install nub.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

Prefer a graphical installer? Download it from the official site. MacPicks never hosts or mirrors binaries — the Homebrew command always pulls from the vendor's own release.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install nub on Mac?

Run brew install nub in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is nub open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the MIT licence.

Does nub run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is nub?

It was installed 89 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #3632 in this catalogue.

What version of nub is current?

The latest packaged version is 0.9.7.