Conan – advanced dependency management
Conan is a powerful package manager for C and C++ that simplifies the process of integrating third-party libraries and managing dependencies across various platforms and configurations. It stands out for its ability to handle multiple versions of libraries, complex dependency graphs, and different build configurations, making it an essential tool for modern C++ development.
Conan configuration and features
Conan’s configuration is stored in conanfile.txt or conanfile.py, where developers specify the required libraries, versions, settings, and options. This file serves as the manifest for project dependencies, enabling precise control over the libraries used in a project.
Key features:
- Multi-platform support: Conan is designed to work on Windows, Linux, macOS, and FreeBSD, offering a consistent experience across different operating systems
- Build configuration management: Developers can specify settings such as...
