Notes for macOS users

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.