Shelly ALPM v3.1.4 was released on September 13, introducing an --aur-cache flag that allows Arch users to clear built AUR package archives and reclaim disk space. The update enhances the native builder by addressing various PKGBUILD issues and replacing Arch's pacstrap with the project's own Shelterstrap for isolated builds. The GUI package manager, designed to work directly with Arch's libalpm, also features improvements such as selectable text in the detail pane and better handling of PGP key-import confirmations. The project continues to evolve with contributions from a rotating cast of developers, emphasizing its integration within the Arch ecosystem while maintaining a focus on speed and accuracy
Shelly ALPM 3.1.4 (A Slice of Builds) Adds AUR Cache Cleanup and Stronger Native Builds
Shelly ALPM v3.1.4 shipped on September 13th, bringing a new --aur-cache flag that lets Arch users reclaim disk space by clearing built AUR package archives. The native builder received fixes for real-world PKGBUILD headaches like SOURCE_DATE_EPOCH timestamps and shared source filenames, while isolated builds now use the project's own Shelterstrap helper instead of Arch's pacstrap. Recommended installs flow through CachyOS or the AUR, and the binaries are available now on the project's GitHub release page.
