Notes for macOS users

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If you are not using macOS, you can skip this page and proceed directly to the next topic.

Update your system

Begin by installing the latest security updates for your operating system. Ensure that you are using a macOS version that is currently supported by Apple (version 13 or later in 2026; see https://endoflife.date/macos for more information).

Command Line Tools

Install the Command Line Tools by running:

xcode-select --install

This command should have installed important tools, such as make and git. You can verify these installations by opening a new terminal and running:

make --version
git --version

Homebrew

For macOS, we will use the Homebrew package manager. Copy and paste the installation command from the Homebrew website into your terminal (open the link in a new tab). Once the installation is complete, open a new terminal window, and the brew command should be available. You can then use this command to install other software.

Ghostty: a modern and efficient terminal

Optional: We recommend Ghostty, which is a fully featured terminal with excellent performance.