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apm

The "apm" command line tool is a package manager specifically designed for Atom, a popular open-source text editor developed by GitHub. Apm stands for "Atom Package Manager" and it allows users to search, install, manage, and publish packages/plugins for Atom directly from the command line interface.

With the "apm" tool, you can browse and install various packages, themes, and even Atom itself. It provides a straightforward way to extend the functionality and customize your Atom editor according to your needs. By leveraging the power of the command line, apm simplifies the package management process for Atom users, making it more efficient and convenient.

A few common use cases of the "apm" command line tool include installing new packages, updating existing packages, removing packages, and publishing your own packages to contribute to the Atom community. Apm also allows you to list the installed packages, view package details, enable/disable specific packages, and perform other package management operations from the command line interface.

In summary, "apm" is a powerful tool that enhances the package management experience for Atom users, enabling them to easily discover, install, and manage packages for customization and extending the capabilities of the Atom editor.

List of commands for apm:

  • apm:tldr:3265f apm: Upgrade a package/theme.
    $ apm upgrade ${package_name}
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  • apm:tldr:78430 apm: Remove a package/theme.
    $ apm remove ${package_name}
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  • apm:tldr:a6b38 apm: Install a package from http://atom.io/packages or a theme from http://atom.io/themes.
    $ apm install ${package_name}
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