How to remove RVM (Ruby Version Manager) from my system

How to Remove RVM (Ruby Version Manager) from Your System 💎🚫

If you're looking to bid farewell to RVM (Ruby Version Manager) from your system, you're in the right place! Whether you're experiencing issues or simply want a clean slate, we've got the easy solutions you need to restore order to your Ruby setup. Let's dive in and get your system back to its RVM-free glory! 😄

Before We Begin: Backup Your Gems 💾📦

Before removing RVM, it's always a good idea to backup your precious gems. You don't want to lose any valuable Ruby libraries or projects you've painstakingly crafted. Here's a simple way to back them up:

$ gem list > gems.txt

This command will create a gems.txt file in your current directory, containing a list of your installed gems. Keep this file safe, as it will serve as a reference in case you need to reinstall your gems later.

The Uninstallation Process 🗑️🔄

Step 1: Check RVM Installation 👀✅

First things first, let's make sure RVM is correctly installed on your system. Open your terminal and run the following command:

$ rvm --version

If you see a version number returned, then RVM is installed. If not, you may have already uninstalled it or it wasn't properly installed to begin with. In that case, feel free to skip ahead to the next section.

Step 2: Uninstall RVM 😢👋

Removing RVM is as simple as running a single command. Open your terminal and enter:

$ rvm implode

This command will remove RVM and all its associated files, directories, and settings from your system. Keep in mind that it cannot be undone, so ensure you truly want to say goodbye to RVM before proceeding.

Step 3: Manual Cleanup 🧹🚮

Although RVM has been uninstalled, there still might be remnants lingering in your system. Let's double-check and remove any traces of RVM:

3.1. Check for RVM-related Paths 🛣️🔍

It's possible that RVM-related paths may still be present in your shell configuration files (e.g., .bashrc, .bash_profile, .zshrc). Open each of these files in a text editor and look for any lines including RVM-related information (e.g., [[ -s "$HOME/.rvm/scripts/rvm" ]] && source "$HOME/.rvm/scripts/rvm") and delete them.

3.2. Clean Up .rvm Directory 🗄️🔒

The .rvm directory contains various RVM files and precious gems you might want to remove. Execute the following command to remove it:

$ rm -rf ~/.rvm

Step 4: Reinstall Your Desired Ruby Version 🌟🔁

With RVM out of the picture, it's time to reinstall the Ruby version of your choice. Be sure to install using your preferred method, such as rbenv, chruby, or directly through package managers like Homebrew, apt, or yum.

Celebrate! 🎉🥳

Congratulations, you've successfully removed RVM from your system! Enjoy the newfound simplicity and freedom of managing your Ruby installation without any extra layers. 🙌

Remember, if you want to restore your gems, refer back to the Before We Begin section and reinstall them using the gems.txt file you created.

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