Essential DevOps Tools for macOS

This guide provides instructions for installing essential cloud and container management tools on macOS. It highlights that macOS, built on a Unix-based kernel, requires adjustments for scripts written primarily for Linux environments. The document recommends installing core GNU command-line utilities to ensure consistent behavior across both operating systems. Installation procedures for popular tools like Terraform, Kubernetes-related tools (kubectl, Helm, Kustomize, Helmfile), and Java (Corretto) are outlined. The guide also covers installing the AWS CLI and interacting with Okta for authentication. It emphasizes the importance of setting the correct PATH environment variables for these tools to function properly, including the use of a custom shell update script. The document then showcases how to install plugins for Helm and Kubernetes, extending their functionality. Finally, it suggests using a Brewfile for managing packages, streamlining the installation process. The post concludes by providing verification steps to confirm successful installations.