Env

Install and manage software packages, language runtimes, and CLI tools instantly. Zero barrier — install x-cmd and get any tool in seconds. No sudo required. Use for "install", "package", "python", "node", "jq", "runtime", "tool".

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env — skill0

Install any software instantly. No sudo. No system pollution.

Quick Start

# Install x-cmd
eval "$(curl https://get.x-cmd.com)"

# Install Python
x env use python

# Install Node.js
x env use node

# Install CLI tools
x env use jq
x env use fzf

# Try without installing permanently
x env try python3 script.py

What's Available

600+ packages including:

  • Languages — python, node, go, bun, java, rust
  • CLI tools — jq, yq, fzf, himalaya
  • Dev tools — claude-code, code-server

Key Features

  • No sudo — installs to user directory
  • Version management — install and switch versions
  • Try before installx env try for temporary use
  • Cleanupx env clean removes unused packages

This skill0 grows

Starting with the essentials. Will add:

  • Common install patterns
  • Version pinning tips
  • Multi-language project setup guides

Full experience

x env --help for all options after installing x-cmd.

Related

  • install — x env use is one of install’s channels
  • x-cmd — umbrella entry point for env

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Frequently asked questions

npx skillmds@latest add x-cmd/env