CMake's Package Manager Plan: Good or Bad?
CMake, the build system tool everyone loves to complain about, is finally getting serious about package managers. Will this fix everything, or just make a mess?
⚡ Key Takeaways
- CMake is actively pursuing tighter integration with popular package managers to simplify dependency management. 𝕏
- The goal is to reduce the manual effort developers currently spend on sourcing and building libraries. 𝕏
- While promising, the success of this integration hinges on CMake's ability to avoid introducing new complexities. 𝕏
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