MacOS Setup Scripts 👨‍💻

This repository contains a collection of Bash scripts designed to automate the setup and configuration of macOS to my preferences. Each script handles a specific aspect of the setup process, including system settings, application installations, and shell environment configuration.

Overview 🤘

1. main.sh: Orchestrates the complete macOS setup process by invoking other scripts for system settings, application installations, and shell configuration.

2. settings-macos.sh: Configures macOS system settings to enhance productivity and user experience. This includes setting preferences for the appearance, dock, mission control, keyboard, trackpad, finder, and other system options.

3. shell-setup.sh: Sets up the Zsh shell environment. It installs and configures Oh-My-Zsh, the Powerlevel10k theme, and various Zsh plugins to improve shell usability and functionality.

4. install-apps-macos.sh: Manages the installation of essential applications and tools using Homebrew. This script installs command-line tools, system utilities, and GUI applications. The package manager Homebrew are used for installing various applications and command-line tools.

5. utils.sh: script provides utility functions used by the other scripts.

6. Manual-steps: contain a small guid to manual steps that could not be automated or is not automated yet.

Usage 🛠

1. Clone the Repository

   Clone this repository to your local machine:

   git clone https://github.com/trolund/macos-setup-scripts.git
   cd macos-setup-scripts

2. Run the Setup Script

   Execute the main setup script to start the entire setup process:

   chmod +x main.sh
   ./main.sh

   This script will:

   • Configure macOS settings using settings-macos.sh
   • Install applications using install-apps-macos.sh
   • Set up the Zsh shell environment using shell-setup.sh

3. Review Individual Scripts

   • settings-macos.sh: Customizes macOS system preferences.
   • install-apps-macos.sh: Installs necessary applications and command-line tools via Homebrew.
   • shell-setup.sh: Configures Zsh, including themes and plugins.

Notes 🗒️

• Some changes made by settings-macos.sh may require a logout or restart to take effect.
• Ensure you have an active internet connection for downloading and installing applications.
• Modify the scripts as needed to fit your specific requirements or preferences.

Contributing 💪

Feel free to fork the repository and modify it to your own preferences.