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CMake Best Practices

CMake Best Practices: Upgrade your C++ builds with CMake for maximum efficiency and scalability , Second Edition

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CMake Best Practices

Part 1 – The Basics

In the first chapter, you will learn how to invoke CMake and get a high level overview about the basic concepts of CMake as well as a brief introduction into the CMake language.

The second chapter will be about using CMake from the command line, as a GUI, or in various IDEs and editors. It will illustrate how to change various configuration options and how to select different compilers.

In the third chapter, we will cover creating a simple CMake project to build executables and libraries.

This part has the following chapters:

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Key benefits

  • Master CMake, from basics to advanced techniques, for seamless project management
  • Gain practical insights and best practices to tackle real-world CMake challenges
  • Implement advanced strategies for optimizing and maintaining large-scale CMake projects
  • Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Description

Discover the cutting-edge advancements in CMake with the new edition of CMake Best Practices. This book focuses on real-world applications and techniques to leverage CMake, avoiding outdated hacks and overwhelming documentation. You’ll learn how to use CMake presets for streamlined project configurations and embrace modern package management with Conan 2.0. Covering advanced methods to integrate third-party libraries and optimize cross-platform builds, this updated edition introduces new tools and techniques to enhance software quality, including testing frameworks, fuzzers, and automated documentation generation. Through hands-on examples, you’ll become proficient in structuring complex projects, ensuring that your builds run smoothly across different environments. Whether you’re integrating tools for continuous integration or packaging software for distribution, this book equips you with the skills needed to excel in modern software development. By the end of the book, you’ll have mastered setting up and maintaining robust software projects using CMake to streamline your development workflow and produce high-quality software.

Who is this book for?

This book is for software engineers and build system maintainers working with C or C++ who want to optimize their workflow using CMake. It's also valuable for those looking to enhance their understanding of structuring and managing CMake projects efficiently. Basic knowledge of C++ and general programming is recommended to fully grasp the examples and techniques covered in the book.

What you will learn

  • Architect a well-structured CMake project
  • Modularize and reuse CMake code across projects
  • Use the latest CMake features for presets and dependency management
  • Integrate tools for static analysis, linting, formatting, and documentation into a CMake project
  • Execute hands-on cross-platform builds and seamless toolchain integration
  • Implement automated fuzzing techniques to enhance code robustness
  • Streamline your CI/CD pipelines with effective CMake configurations
  • Craft a well-defined and portable build environment for your project

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Table of Contents

20 Chapters
Part 1 – The Basics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 1: Kickstarting CMake Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 2: Accessing CMake in the Best Ways Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 3: Creating a CMake Project Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 2 – Practical CMake – Getting Your Hands Dirty with CMake Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 4: Packaging, Deploying, and Installing a CMake Project Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 5: Integrating Third-Party Libraries and Dependency Management Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 6: Automatically Generating Documentation Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 7: Seamlessly Integrating Code Quality Tools with CMake Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 8: Executing Custom Tasks with CMake Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 9: Creating Reproducible Build Environments Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 10: Handling Distributed Repositories and Dependencies in a Super-Build Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 11: Creating Software for Apple Systems Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Part 3 – Mastering the Details Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 12: Cross-Platform-Compiling Custom Toolchains Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 13: Reusing CMake Code Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 14: Optimizing and Maintaining CMake Projects Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 15: Migrating to CMake Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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