Dyn: The Dynamic Linux Package Manager

Welcome to Dyn, a modern, user-friendly package manager for Linux that's designed to make your life easier. Whether you're a seasoned sysadmin or a curious beginner, Dyn streamlines your package management experience with simplicity and efficiency.

Installation

Prerequisites

• Ensure you have Rust (cargo) installed on your system.

From Source

git clone --depth=1 https://github.com/RestartFU/dyn
cd dyn
cargo build --release
sudo cp target/release/dyn /usr/bin/dyn

From Releases

redirect=$(curl -w "%{redirect_url}" -o /dev/null -s "https://github.com/RestartFU/dyn/releases/latest/download/dyn")
download_url=$(curl -w "%{redirect_url}" -o /dev/null -s $redirect)
curl -o dyn $download_url
chmod +x dyn
sudo mv dyn /usr/bin/dyn

Updating dyn

dyn fetch update

Quick Start

Install a Package

dyn install <package_name>

Example:

dyn install discord

Remove a Package

dyn remove <package_name>

Example:

dyn remove discord

Update a Package

dyn update <package_name>

Example:

dyn update discord

Fetch Dyn's Package Repository

dyn fetch

Fetch and Install in One Go

For convenience, you can fetch and install a package simultaneously:

dyn fetch install discord

Why Choose Dyn?

• Speed: Cloned with --depth=1 for faster setup.
• Simplicity: Straightforward commands for all your package needs.
• Efficiency: Updates, installs, and removes packages with minimal fuss.

Advanced Usage (TODO)

Dyn supports a variety of options for more complex operations. Here's a quick overview:

• List Installed Packages:

  dyn list

• Search for Packages:

  dyn search <keyword>

• Show Package Information:

  dyn info <package_name>

Contributing

We welcome contributions! If you have ideas or find bugs, please:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Make your changes.
3. Submit a pull request.