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Bitstream Vera

font-bitstream-vera · v1.10

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brew install --cask font-bitstream-vera
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Trust Score 2/10
Open source +0
Active development +0
Licensed +0
No auto-updates +0
Not deprecated +1
Established (>1yr) +1
Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

Bitstream Vera offers a set of high-quality fonts designed for clarity and readability, particularly in coding environments. It includes Vera Sans Mono, a popular choice for terminal use, making it ideal for developers and designers who prioritize font legibility.

Provides a collection of fonts, including Vera Sans Mono, known for their readability in coding and design contexts.

Maturity: The project is well-established, having been around since at least 2007, but it no longer receives updates.

Community: Limited recent community discussion, though it was positively mentioned on Hacker News for its suitability in terminal environments.

Pros

  • + Fonts are highly readable and suitable for coding
  • + Customizable font options
  • + Open-source and freely available

Cons

  • - No longer actively maintained or updated
  • - Limited community support or discussion

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