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| getting_started | Getting Started - Setting up Mac OS X |
Mac OS X
Built-in
Mac OS X actually comes with Ruby and RubyGems built straight into the operating system already. These installations work with Vagrant if you want the "quick and easy setup." If this is the case, just head back to the getting started overview page and continue with the guide!
MacPorts
Generally, Ruby developers in general prefer to use MacPorts to install a more up-to-date and unmodified version of Ruby and RubyGems rather than relying on the stock OS X install.
First, install MacPorts which is a simple
dmg file which is downloaded from their site. Be sure to follow their
instructions on setting up the PATH variable, if necessary (the installer
actually automatically does this on the more recent versions of MacPorts).
Next, install Ruby and RubyGems with a single command:
{% highlight bash %} $ sudo port install ruby rb-rubygems {% endhighlight %}
And you'll probably want to update your RubyGems installation, since MacPorts's is often out of date:
{% highlight bash %} $ sudo gem update --system {% endhighlight %}
And now your system is prepped and ready to go.