Description:
Git-integrated backup tool for macOS and Linux devs
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Type: Formula
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Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
backup
dotfiles
developer-tools
productivity
macos
linux
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Install:
brew install shallow-backup
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About:
ShallowBackup is a command-line tool that leverages Git to manage and version control your system and application configurations. It automatically identifies and backs up critical files like dotfiles, application preferences, and installed package lists. Its primary value is providing a simple, transparent, and easily restorable backup solution for developers.
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Key Features:
- Git-based versioning for easy change tracking
- Automated discovery of dotfiles and configs
- Simple CLI for backup and restore operations
- Cross-platform support for macOS and Linux
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Use Cases:
- Migrating settings to a new development machine
- Safeguarding dotfiles and custom configurations
- Syncing development environments across multiple computers
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Alternatives:
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chezmoi
– More powerful and feature-rich for managing dotfiles across multiple systems, but has a steeper learning curve.
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etcetra
– A simpler alternative focused purely on managing /etc files, whereas ShallowBackup covers a broader range of user configs.
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