Pkgit – unconventional package manager to compile/install packages from Git
Pkgit is an unconventional package manager that compiles and installs software directly from Git repositories, offering an alternative approach to traditional package management systems.
Background
Pkgit is a minimalist, source-based package manager that fetches software directly from Git repositories and compiles it locally. Unlike mainstream package managers (e.g., APT, Homebrew, or Pacman) that download pre-built binaries, Pkgit builds everything from source, similar to Gentoo's Portage or BSD ports. It's "unconventional" in that it sidesteps centralized repositories entirely — there's no curated package index; instead, the user points it at any Git repo and declares dependencies manually. This approach gives full control over compile flags and versions but sacrifices convenience and automates dependency resolution. It appeals primarily to developers, tinkerers, and users who want minimal overhead and maximum transparency in their package management, at the cost of longer installation times.