Observed arrival · 2026-09-09
ZerX tackles the Mac's node_modules problem
A privacy-focused Mac cleanup utility for finding dev caches, build artifacts, simulator images, and other disk-hungry folders Finder does not show.
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ZerX scans a user-selected home folder for development debris and presents candidate deletions for review rather than sweeping automatically. Its stated targets include node_modules, DerivedData, package caches, simulator images, Docker images, and worktrees left by AI agents. The safety design names protected paths such as Keychains, Photos, Mail, SSH credentials, and cloud-service data, then applies a final path check after symlink resolution. The page claims a 250 GB home folder can be scanned in about 15 seconds.
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