Transparency and Control for your Arch System.
GOAT'd - Setup Ally is a unified, portable post-install tool designed for Arch Linux. This is a personal project sharing my personal scripts. Unlike opaque "magic scripts" that hide what they're doing, GOAT'd is built on a "Glass Box" philosophy. It empowers you to manage applications, system configurations, and hardware setup with full visibility into every command being executed.
Note: This project is currently in Beta and under active development. Feedback is welcome!
| Feature | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Smart App Installer | v1.0 | Browse categories, see what's already installed, and batch install/uninstall with ease. |
| Select/Deselect All | v1.0 | Quickly manage bulk selections for efficient package handling. |
| Safe Uninstall | v1.0 | Includes built-in safety checks to prevent accidental removal of critical system components. |
| Feature | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Firewall Management | v1.0 | Auto-detect required ports for installed apps (Steam, KDE Connect, etc.) and review rules before applying. |
| Glass Box Transparency | v1.0 | Every operation is previewed. Click any task to see the exact command or configuration details before execution. |
| Granular Control | v1.0 | Use "Select/Deselect All" or toggle individual tasks to decide exactly what runs on your system. |
| Feature | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Discovery | v1.0 | Scans for IPP/DNSSD printers on your network. |
| Universal Driver Search | v1.0 | Automatically queries the AUR for compatible drivers to get your printer setup without the headache. |
| Feature | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| OS-Aware Installer | v1.1 | Automatically detects your distro (Arch/EndeavourOS) and hardware to build the perfect driver installation plan. |
| GSP Manager | v1.1 | Fix stuttering on RTX 20/30/40 series cards by managing Nvidia's GSP firmware safely. |
| Review Plan | v1.1 | See exactly what packages will be installed and what commands will be run before you click confirm. |
| Beta Driver Support | v1.2 | Optionally install the latest Beta drivers from AUR for cutting-edge performance. |
| Conflict Resolution | v1.2 | Automatically handles removal of conflicting drivers to ensure a clean install. |
| Feature | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-Detection | v1.0 | Automatically checks for fastfetch and prompts for installation if missing. |
| Interactive Config | v1.0 | Browse themes, customize layouts, and make your terminal your own with a built-in configuration tool. |
| Feature | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time Logging | v1.0 | Watch operations happen step-by-step in the integrated log viewer. |
| Copy Logs | v1.0 | Easily copy execution logs to your clipboard with a single click for sharing or debugging. |
To run GOAT'd - Setup Ally, simply execute the wrapper script from the terminal. The script will automatically check for and install necessary dependencies (like python, pip, and system clipboard tools).
chmod +x goatd.sh
./goatd.shIf you find this tool useful, consider supporting its development!
Policy: Donations support development. If you donate to the app, any feature requests you have will be pushed to the top of the request list based upon the donation amount.
This tool is a work in progress. While I strive for stability and safety, always review the commands shown in the transparency logs before proceeding.
If you encounter issues or have suggestions, please open an issue on GitHub.