Overview
CMake is an open source tool for managing the development lifecycle of software through a compiler-independent method. Using CMake, users can create several builds from the same source code without affecting the source code.
This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at software engineers who wish to use CMake to automate the build process in a cross-platform environment.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Build, test, and package software with CMake.
- Control the software compilation process.
- Use CMake in conjunction with a native build environment.
- Address common build system issues.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Lots of exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Requirements
- C++ programming experience
Audience
- Software Engineers
Course Outline
Introduction
CMake Overview
- What is CMake?
- CMake features
- CMake architecture
Preparing the Development Environment
- Installing and configuring CMake
CMake Quick Start
- Adding a version number and configured header file
- Enabling support for C++
- Building and testing
Libraries
- Adding libraries
- Adding usage requirements
Installing and Testing
- Working with install rules
- Testing the application
System Introspection
- Adding system introspection
- Specifying compile definitions
Advanced CMake
- Adding custom command line and generated files
- Building installers
- Adding dashboard support
- Fusing static and shared
- Working with generated expressions
Debugging
- Packaging debug and release
Deploying the Application
- Adding export configuration
Securing the Application
- Hardening CMake builds
Troubleshooting
Summary and Conclusion