krew ☆
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Description:
Package manager for kubectl plugins
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @kubernetesio  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: kubernetes kubectl plugins devops package-manager
Install: brew install krew
About:
Krew is a package manager that simplifies the discovery and management of kubectl plugins. It allows users to install, upgrade, and remove plugins from a centralized index, streamlining the extension of Kubernetes command-line capabilities.
Key Features:
  • Plugin discovery and installation
  • Automatic updates for installed plugins
  • Cross-platform support (Linux, macOS, Windows)
Use Cases:
  • Installing community-developed kubectl plugins
  • Managing plugin versions across multiple clusters
Alternatives:
  • Manual installation – Krew automates discovery and updates, whereas manual installation requires downloading binaries and managing PATH manually.
Version History
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Sep 11, 2024 2:14am 0 VERSION_BUMP efb8ebea
Feb 16, 2023 5:34pm 0 VERSION_BUMP ee0e2634
Nov 18, 2022 1:42pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 32c2ba32
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