Build Systems Debate
Comments discuss the problems with existing software build systems, the need for new or better ones, and debates over their scope, design, and alternatives like Ninja, Bazel, and CMake.
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The fact that there simply isn't a widely accepted build system just means it's not a solved problem yet.
That's really stretching the definition of “build system”.
I think this is out of scope for a build system.
What was/is the motivation for this build system that an existing one doesn't satisfy?
In fairness, you can do that in every build system. All build systems are awful. Pick the one you know best.
It's a pain to integrate into a normal build system, especially if you have to make a change after you get started.
We need to get these complex & bloated build-systems under control.
I recommend the "build systems a la carte" paper for a good overview of the various problems build systems address
Certainly from a build system perspective.
Does the world need yet another build system? (not sure, just thinking out loud)