Building Portable C++ Packages - The Curse of Abundance

Explore the challenges and solutions of building portable C++ packages in this ACCU 2021 conference talk. Delve into the overwhelming variety of build tools available for C++ projects, including Makefile, autotools, shell scripts, Waf, Bazel, Maven, QMake, and CMake. Learn from the speaker's experience integrating libraries built with different tools for a vinyl-to-digital converter project, aiming for cross-platform compatibility on Linux, Mac, and Windows. Gain insights into the current landscape of build tools, dependency management, and CI/CD pipelines. Discover how to navigate the complexities of open-source dependencies, IDE support, and cross-platform development. Follow the journey of simplifying the build process using Conan and addressing Linux packaging with Applmage. Benefit from practical advice on choosing the right build tools and managing dependencies effectively in C++ projects.