Ionic and Cordova are popular tools that enable developers to create cross-platform mobile applications. If you've decided to part ways with these frameworks and want to completely remove their installations from your Mac, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.
Uninstalling Ionic and Cordova involves a few key steps to ensure a clean removal. Follow these instructions carefully to remove all traces of these frameworks from your system.
1. **Removing Node.js Packages:**
First, you'll need to uninstall the Node.js packages associated with Ionic and Cordova. Open your terminal and run the following commands to uninstall these packages globally:
npm uninstall -g ionic cordova2. **Deleting Node Modules:**
Navigate to the directory where your Node.js modules are stored. Typically, this is the '/usr/local/lib/node_modules' directory. Delete the 'ionic' and 'cordova' folders to remove any remaining files associated with these frameworks.
3. **Deleting Platform Directories:**
If you've created any Ionic or Cordova projects, navigate to those project directories and delete the platforms folder. This folder contains platform-specific code and can be removed safely.
4. **Removing Android SDK:**
If you've used Cordova for Android development, you may have the Android SDK installed on your Mac. You can remove this SDK by deleting the 'android-sdk' directory from your system.
5. **Cleaning Up Environment Variables:**
To ensure a thorough removal, check your 'PATH' environment variable for any references to Ionic or Cordova installations. Edit your '.bash_profile' or '.zshrc' file to remove these entries.
6. **Clearing Cache:**
Remove any cached files related to Ionic and Cordova by deleting the following directories:
- '~/.ionic'
- '~/.cordova'
- '~/.config/configstore/'
7. **Uninstalling Xcode Command Line Tools:**
If you've installed Xcode Command Line Tools for iOS development, you can uninstall them using the following command:
sudo rm -rf /Library/Developer/CommandLineTools8. **Restart Your Mac:**
After completing these steps, it's a good idea to restart your Mac to ensure that all changes take effect. Once your system reboots, verify that Ionic and Cordova have been completely removed by checking for any remaining files or references.
By following these instructions, you should be able to completely remove Ionic and Cordova installations from your Mac without leaving behind any unwanted traces. Remember to back up any important files before proceeding with the uninstallation process. If you encounter any difficulties or have further questions, don't hesitate to seek assistance from online forums or developer communities.