C Template Code

This repository provides a template for a C project that includes support for building static libraries and executable binaries. The Makefile simplifies common build tasks.

Features

• Compile source code into an executable binary
• Generate a static library
• Inspect the generated static library
• Debug builds and custom build targets

Requirements

• gcc or icx (or any compatible C compiler)
• make
• Optional: gnuplot for visualizations (if applicable)

Usage

1. Compile the Project

To build the project and generate the executable binary:

make

2. Run the Executable

After compiling, you can execute the program using:

make execute

3. Generate Static Library

To create a static library from the source code:

make lib

4. Inspect the Static Library

To view the symbols in the generated static library:

make inspect

5. Clean Build Artifacts

To remove all compiled files and intermediate build artifacts:

make clean

6. Debug Build

To compile with debug flags:

make debug

7. Build Other Libraries

If your project includes submodules or parts with their own Makefiles, build them with:

make build-other

Visualizations (Optional)

If you have gnuplot installed, you can generate visualizations such as PNG or GIF plots using:

make png
make gif

Additional Information

This template is designed to be flexible and can be customized to suit various C projects. The Makefile supports both gcc and icx compilers and can be easily extended for other tools or targets.

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Written by Croyfet in 2022, updated in 2024 for improved functionality and usability.