Modern CMake for C++ by Rafal 346widzi324ski
Write comprehensive, professional-standard CMake projects and ensure the quality and simplicity of your solutions Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format Key Features Understand and automate compilation and linking with CMake Manage internal and external dependencies easily Add quality checks and tests as an inherent step for your builds Book DescriptionCreating top-notch software is an extremely difficult undertaking. Developers researching the subject have difficulty determining which advice is up to date and which approaches have already been replaced by easier, better practices. At the same time, most online resources offer limited explanation, while also lacking the proper context and structure. This book offers a simpler, more comprehensive, experience as it treats the subject of building C++ solutions holistically. Modern CMake for C++ is an end-to-end guide to the automatization of complex tasks, including building, testing, and packaging. You'll not only learn how to use the CMake language in CMake projects, but also discover what makes them maintainable, elegant, and clean. The book also focuses on the structure of source directories, building targets, and packages. As you progress, you’ll learn how to compile and link executables and libraries, how those processes work, and how to optimize builds in CMake for the best results. You'll understand how to use external dependencies in your project – third-party libraries, testing frameworks, program analysis tools, and documentation generators. Finally, you'll get to grips with exporting, installing, and packaging for internal and external purposes. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to use CMake confidently on a professional level.What you will learn Understand best practices for building C++ code Gain practical knowledge of the CMake language by focusing on the most useful aspects Use cutting-edge tooling to guarantee code quality with the help of tests and static and dynamic analysis Discover how to manage, discover, download, and link dependencies with CMake Build solutions that can be reused and maintained in the long term Understand how to optimize build artifacts and the build process itself Who this book is forThe book is for build engineers and software developers with knowledge of C/C++ programming who are looking to learn CMake to automate the process of building small and large software solutions. If you are someone who's just getting started with CMake, a long-time GNU Make user, or simply looking to brush up on the latest best practices, this book is for you.
Rafał Świdziński, a seasoned staff engineer at Google, boasts over 12 years of full-stack development expertise. With a track record of spearheading projects for industry giants like Cisco Meraki, Amazon, and Ericsson, he embodies a commitment to innovation. As a Londoner by choice, he remains at the forefront of technological progress, engaging in a myriad of personal ventures. His recent pivot toward AI in healthcare refl ects his dedication to impactful advancements. Rafał values top-notch code quality and craftsmanship, sharing insights through his YouTube channel and published books.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781801070058 |
| ISBN 10 | 1801070059 |
| Title | Modern CMake for C++ |
| Author | Rafal 346widzi324ski |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Packt Publishing Limited |
| Year published | 2022-02-24 |
| Number of pages | 460 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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