Description:
Go implementation of djb's redo, a Makefile replacement that sucks less
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Type: Formula
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Tracked Since: Dec 16, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
build-system
redo
golang
developer-tools
makefile
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Install:
brew install goredo
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About:
Goredo is a Go implementation of djb's redo, a minimalist and highly reliable build system designed as a superior replacement for Make. It simplifies build scripts by using plain shell scripts and handles dependencies intelligently to ensure builds are always up-to-date. Its core value is providing a robust, understandable, and maintainable build process for complex software projects.
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Key Features:
- Minimalist design with build scripts as simple shell scripts
- Reliable dependency tracking and minimal rebuilds
- Fast and efficient due to Go implementation
- Declarative and composable build rules
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Use Cases:
- Managing build processes for Go and C/C++ projects
- Replacing complex Makefiles with simpler, more reliable scripts
- Automating software development and deployment pipelines
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Alternatives:
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make
– Goredo offers more reliable dependency tracking and simpler, more composable scripts compared to Make's often complex syntax.
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redo
– Goredo provides the same core functionality but is implemented in Go, potentially offering performance benefits and easier installation on systems without a Python environment.
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