grepai-installation

Installs GrepAI on macOS, Linux, and Windows using Homebrew, shell scripts, PowerShell, or source builds.

Updated May 12, 2026

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What problem does it solve? Installing a CLI tool across different operating systems often involves hunting down the right package manager, handling PATH issues, and resolving permission errors. This Skill consolidates every GrepAI installation method into one guide so you can get the binary running on macOS, Linux, or Windows without guesswork. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Multi-Platform Installation: Covers Homebrew on macOS, a universal shell script for Linux/macOS, PowerShell for Windows, and building from source with Go 1.24+. - Verification and Updates: Shows how to confirm the install with `grepai version`, check for updates with `grepai update --check`, and upgrade via the built-in updater or Homebrew. - Troubleshooting: Resolves common failures such as `command not found`, permission denied errors, and missing Homebrew taps. - Use Case: A developer on a new Windows machine runs the PowerShell one-liner, verifies the version, and is ready to initialize a project with `grepai init` in minutes. ## Quick Start Install GrepAI on this machine and verify the installation by checking its version.

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How do I install GrepAI on macOS?▼

Install GrepAI on macOS using Homebrew with `brew install yoanbernabeu/tap/grepai`, then verify with `grepai version`. Homebrew also handles upgrades via `brew upgrade grepai` and clean removal with `brew uninstall grepai`.

How to install GrepAI on Windows?▼

Install GrepAI on Windows by running `irm https://raw.githubusercontent.com/yoanbernabeu/grepai/main/install.ps1 | iex` in PowerShell, preferably as Administrator. You may need to set the execution policy to RemoteSigned for the current user first.

Can I build GrepAI from source?▼

Yes, GrepAI can be built from source by cloning the GitHub repository and running `make build`, which requires Go 1.24 or later. Move the resulting binary from `./bin/grepai` to `/usr/local/bin/` to install it globally.

Why does grepai show command not found after installation?▼

The `command not found` error means `/usr/local/bin` is not in your PATH. Fix it by adding `export PATH="$PATH:/usr/local/bin"` to your shell configuration, then restart the terminal and run `grepai version` to confirm.

How do I update GrepAI to the latest version?▼

Update GrepAI by running `grepai update`, which downloads and installs the latest release automatically. Check availability first with `grepai update --check`, or use `brew upgrade grepai` if you installed via Homebrew.