Hive is a framework that aims to help with organizing personal Nix configurations. This post explains why I have decided to switch to it and provides a step-by-step tutorial for trying it out yourself. It is intended for Nix users who are curious and feel that their current configuration is disorganized, and are looking for a new way to restructure their code.

Paisano is not only a filesystem-based module system, but also a framework that specifies roles such as cell, block, target, or soil.

Haumea is a filesystem-based module system for Nix that sets itself apart from NixOS modules by embracing a structure more akin to traditional programming languages. It incorporates a file hierarchy and visibility, aligning with the principles of organized directory layouts and extensibility. Haumea simplifies the process of importing files by automatically incorporating them into an attribute set, eliminating the need for manual imports.