getpkg - Simple Package Manager

getpkg is a command-line package manager that makes it easy to install and manage developer tools. Tools are automatically installed to your home directory and added to your PATH.

Quick Start

Install getpkg with one command:

curl https://getbin.xyz/getpkg-install | bash

After installation, restart your shell or run:

source ~/.bashrc

Basic Commands

Install Tools

getpkg install <tool_name>    # Install a tool
getpkg list                   # See all available tools
getpkg update                 # Update all installed tools

Manage Tools

getpkg uninstall <tool_name>  # Remove a tool
getpkg version                # Check getpkg version
getpkg help                   # Show all commands

Popular Tools

Install these useful developer tools:

getpkg install bb64           # Bash-compatible base64 encoder/decoder
getpkg install dehydrate      # Convert files to C++ source code
getpkg install whatsdirty     # Check git repository status
getpkg install sos            # Simple object storage client
getpkg install gp             # Git push utility

How It Works

When you install a tool:

1. Downloads from getpkg.xyz
2. Installs to ~/.getpkg/<tool_name>/
3. Creates shortcuts in ~/.local/bin/getpkg/
4. Adds to your PATH automatically
5. Enables bash completion

File Locations

• Installed tools: ~/.getpkg/<tool_name>/
• Shortcuts: ~/.local/bin/getpkg/ (in your PATH)
• Settings: ~/.config/getpkg/

Architecture Support

getpkg automatically downloads the right version for your system:

• Intel/AMD 64-bit (x86_64)
• ARM 64-bit (aarch64)
• Universal (works everywhere)

Troubleshooting

Tool not found after install?

source ~/.bashrc

Permission errors? getpkg installs to your home directory - no root access needed.

Network issues? Check your internet connection to getpkg.xyz.

Need Help?

getpkg help                   # Show detailed help
getpkg list                   # See what's available