What is ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers?

ack is a Perl-based command-line search tool built specifically for searching large trees of source code, designed as a faster, smarter alternative to grep for programmers.

What do you need to run ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers?

System requirements, OS support, and hardware needs for ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers.

Operating system
BSD (cross-platform via Perl)LinuxmacOSWindows
Devices
Desktop/Server (command-line)

Programming languages

  • Perl

Who should use ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers?

Target users, industries, and ideal use cases for ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers.

Industries
Software development

Frequently asked questions

Who should use ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers?

ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers is a strong fit for teams in Software development.

What do you need to run ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers?

To run ack — Code-Searching Tool for Programmers, supported operating systems include BSD (cross-platform via Perl), Linux, macOS and Windows; supported devices include Desktop/Server (command-line).