wgo ☆
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Description:
Watch arbitrary files and respond with arbitrary commands
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.6.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Oct 30, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: watcher file-monitoring automation developer-tools cli
Install: brew install wgo
About:
wgo is a lightweight file watcher that monitors arbitrary files or directories for changes. Upon detecting modifications, it executes user-defined commands or scripts. It serves as a fast, dependency-free alternative to tools like inotifywait, designed for simplicity and performance.
Key Features:
  • Watches files and directories recursively
  • Triggers custom commands on file changes
  • Lightweight with no external dependencies
  • Simple command-line interface
Use Cases:
  • Automating build processes during development
  • Triggering live reloads for web servers
  • Running tests automatically on code changes
Alternatives:
  • inotify-tools – wgo is a single binary with a simpler syntax, while inotify-tools provides multiple utilities.
  • nodemon – wgo is language-agnostic and lighter than Node.js-based nodemon.
Version History
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Oct 30, 2025 12:15am 0 VERSION_BUMP 16f0eb7e
Oct 29, 2025 8:34pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 70f6f2df
Sep 11, 2025 9:13pm 0 VERSION_BUMP bf67229b
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