orka-vm-tools
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Description:
Orchestration with Kubernetes on Apple
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.5.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @MacStadium  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Devops
Tags: virtualization macos kubernetes devops ci-cd cloud
Install: brew install --cask orka-vm-tools
About:
Orka VM Tools is a command-line interface for managing virtual machines on Orka, a Kubernetes-based cloud platform for macOS workloads. It enables developers to create, deploy, and orchestrate macOS VMs in CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments. The tool provides seamless integration with Apple hardware infrastructure, streamlining development and testing workflows.
Key Features:
  • CLI for provisioning and managing macOS VMs
  • Kubernetes-native orchestration for scalable infrastructure
  • Seamless CI/CD integration for automated workflows
  • Support for multiple macOS versions and configurations
Use Cases:
  • Running automated builds and tests for macOS applications
  • Scaling CI/CD pipelines with ephemeral macOS VMs
  • Developing and testing cross-platform software
Alternatives:
  • Anka Build – Similar macOS virtualization with focus on CI/CD, but proprietary vs Orka's Kubernetes-native approach
  • MacStadium Cloud – Broader managed hosting platform vs Orka's specialized VM orchestration tools
Version History
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Jan 21, 2026 10:31pm 3.5.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 22efab13
Aug 5, 2025 2:22pm 3.3.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 2d6c6c2a