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Mac configuration in pkl. Simple alternative to nix-darwin
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Macfigure – Mac configuration in pkl. Simple alternative to Nix-Darwin
by quintisimo·May 21, 2026·2 points·0 comments
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Pkl-based dotfiles manager that avoids the Nix learning curve entirely.
Strengths
- •Uses Pkl for type-safe config validation without a custom DSL.
- •One-line install script handles Homebrew and binary setup automatically.
- •Supports encrypted secrets via age before applying system changes.
Weaknesses
- •Limited to macOS; no Linux support despite using a cross-platform language.
- •Smaller ecosystem of modules compared to the mature Nix-Darwin community.
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Target Audience
macOS power users tired of Nix complexity
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Nix-Darwin · Mackup · Ansible
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