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mono-mdk · v6.12.0.206
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Open source implementation of Microsoft's .NET Framework
brew install --cask mono-mdk Note: Installing mono-mdk removes mono and mono dependant formula binaries in
/usr/local/bin and adds mono-mdk to /private/etc/paths.d/
You may want to:
brew unlink {formula} && brew link {formula}
and/or remove /private/etc/paths.d/mono-commands
Conflicts with: mono-mdk-for-visual-studio
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Trust Score 3/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026Mono is an open-source implementation of Microsoft's .NET Framework, enabling developers to run and build .NET applications on macOS. It provides a robust environment for cross-platform .NET development, supported by an active community.
Mono provides a runtime environment and development tools for .NET applications on macOS.
Maturity: The project is mature with active community contributions, though it has a high number of open issues.
Community: Hacker News highlights interest, particularly in Microsoft's donation to Wine. No Reddit mentions found.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support
- + Open-source
- + Essential for .NET development on macOS
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - High number of open issues
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