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Chapter Wrap-up

Explore the full process of compiling C++ sources with CMake, including handling compiler requirements, configuring preprocessors, and applying optimization flags. Learn to manage compilation time and detect errors to improve build efficiency and code quality.

Summary

We have completed yet another chapter! There is no doubt that compilation is a complex process. With all its edge cases and specific requirements, it can be difficult to manage without a good tool. Thankfully, CMake is doing a great job in supporting us here.

What have we learned so far? We started by discussing what compilation is and where it fits in the larger story of building ...