shepherd for Mac

Shepherd is a command-line tool for managing a group of system services, with the core task of bringing multiple background services under unified control: starting, stopping, checking status, and restarting services as needed when problems arise. It suits scenarios that require coordinating multiple long-running processes on a single machine, such as developers setting up local environments, operations staff maintaining lightweight servers, or users who want a simpler alternative to traditional init systems. As part of the GNU project, it continues the free software approach, with configuration and operation centered on the command line and no dependence on a graphical interface. If you have a pile of services to keep an eye on and don't want to introduce an overly cumbersome solution, Shepherd offers a direct and controllable approach to management.