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The Nix language is designed for conveniently creating and composing <i>derivations</i> – precise descriptions of how contents of existing files are used to derive new files. | The Nix language is designed for conveniently creating and composing <i>derivations</i> – precise descriptions of how contents of existing files are used to derive new files. | ||
Latest revision as of 07:51, 22 August 2025
Introduction to Nix
Fundamental concepts
Tools and applications
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Disambiguation: This article is about the Nix language itself. Not to be confused with the Nix ecosystem, the Nix package manager or the Nix command.
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The Nix language is designed for conveniently creating and composing derivations – precise descriptions of how contents of existing files are used to derive new files.
Note: Check the Nix Reference Manual on the Nix Language for up-to-date documentation and Nix language basics for a gentle introduction.
The .nix files are written in the Nix language. While being a NixOS user doesn't demand complete mastery of Nix, customizing code snippets is necessary.