Reorgan

Reorgan is a packaging system for software packages used in scientific and educational computing. It is designed to be a simple and flexible alternative to other packaging systems, allowing users to easily install, update, and manage packages for various disciplines.

The reorgan system consists of a repository of packages, each with its own set of dependencies, scripts, and documentation. Users can browse and install packages using a command-line interface or a graphical user interface.

One of the key features of reorgan is its dependency management system. It resolves dependencies automatically, ensuring that users get the correct versions of packages and minimizing conflicts. This feature also allows users to install multiple versions of a package, if needed.

Reorgan supports multiple package formats, including binary packages, source packages, and metadata packages. This makes it easy to work with packages from different environments, such as Linux distributions and standalone packages.

Reorgan has gained popularity in the scientific and educational computing communities due to its ease of use, flexibility, and efficiency. It has been adopted by various projects and institutions, including universities and research centers. However, its use is not widespread, and it is not as well-known as other packaging systems.

Some of the advantages of using reorgan include improved package management, reduced dependency conflicts, and faster installation times. However, users may need to learn new commands and configurations to use the system, which can be a barrier to adoption.