Discover a comprehensive collection of built-in macOS command-line tools with detailed descriptions and practical usage examples. This repository provides invaluable insights into commands that can enhance your productivity, automate tasks, and improve your workflow on macOS. Whether you're a developer, system administrator, or just an enthusiastic Mac user, understanding these tools can significantly streamline your operations.

Key Features:

• Extensive Command List: Access to over 80 command-line tools available on macOS, each with a succinct description and real-world usage examples.
• Powerful Automation Capabilities: Learn how to use commands such as afconvert, asr, and diskutil to automate processes like audio file conversion, disk imaging, and system configurations.
• Network Management: Utilize tools like networksetup and airport to manage network settings and diagnose Wi-Fi issues directly from the terminal.
• File Management: Explore commands such as ditto and dot_clean to handle files efficiently, preserving important metadata and cleaning up unnecessary clutter.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Employ utilities like fs_usage, execsnoop, and iosnoop to monitor system performance and track file access or process execution.

Example Usage:

To give you a glimpse of the functionalities available, here are some practical examples:

# Convert an AIFF file to MP3 using afconvert
afconvert input.aiff -o output.mp3 -f MP3

# Display information about an audio file using afinfo
afinfo song.m4a

# Scan for available Wi-Fi networks using airport
airport -s

# List all disks and partitions using diskutil
diskutil list

Each command featured in this repository not only comes with a usage example but is also explained in detail to help users grasp their functionalities quickly.

Why Use These Tools?

Utilizing the command-line interface can empower you to perform complex tasks efficiently while taking advantage of macOS's robust capabilities. By exploring and utilizing these built-in command-line tools, you'll gain greater control over your Mac, enhance your productivity, and develop a deeper understanding of your system's workings.

Explore the repository to unlock the full potential of your macOS environment!