cookiecutter ☆
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Description:
Utility that creates projects from templates
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.6.0@9  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @cookiecutter  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: scaffolding templates project-generator developer-tools automation
Install: brew install cookiecutter
About:
Cookiecutter is a command-line utility that creates projects from template repositories. It automates the process of generating boilerplate code and directory structures by prompting users for configuration values. This tool significantly speeds up project initialization and ensures consistency across multiple projects.
Key Features:
  • Generates projects from any template source (GitHub, local paths, or repositories)
  • Prompts users for template variables via a simple configuration file
  • Supports complex project structures with conditional file generation
  • Cross-platform compatible and language-agnostic
  • Extensible through plugins for custom functionality
Use Cases:
  • Creating standardized project scaffolding for development teams
  • Generating boilerplate code for microservices or applications
  • Setting up consistent configuration files across repositories
  • Rapid prototyping of new application ideas
Alternatives:
  • Yeoman – More focused on web development scaffolding with a larger ecosystem of generators
  • Copier – Similar functionality with advanced templating features and version management
License: BSD-3-Clause
Dependencies: certifi, libyaml, python@3.14
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, sonoma, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
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