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semver for Mac

Semantic version parser for node (the one npm uses)

Quick answer: semver is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install semver. It is distributed under the ISC licence. It has 9 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What semver is

semver is a command-line tool for macOS: semantic version parser for node (the one npm uses).

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

How to install semver

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

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 semver on Mac?

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

Is semver open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the ISC licence.

Does semver 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 semver?

It was installed 9 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #8445 in this catalogue.

What version of semver is current?

The latest packaged version is 7.8.5.