Master CMake in Days With...
The CMake Tutorial
Learn the essentials of CMake quickly, so you can focus on writing great C++ code instead of fighting with the build system...
Shortcut Your Path to Building C++ Code like a Pro
CMake is a powerful build tool for C/C++, but can be an absolute pain to use. Scouring the internet for hours each time you need to modify your CMakelists.txt file is no fun. Even worse, you often end up learning the "wrong" (old) way of doing things. There are a lot of old CMake tutorials and examples out there...
The "Learn Modern CMake by Example" book/course will save you hours of time and frustration, by teaching you the correct (modern) ways to perform the most common build tasks.
Deliberately Short & Focused on Results
The CMake Tutorial is deliberately short, and focused sharply on making CMake do what you need it to. It doesn't cover every nook and cranny (of CMake), nor does it bog you down with endless theory and backstory. Your time is valuable, so it's designed to get you up and running quickly.
No drowning you with details on every single CMake feature (that's what the official documentation is for). It's got only the bits you're most likely to need, which have been organized for fast learning.
Learn Without Breaking the Bank
A CMake course could set you back $1350 USD (link). Yes, it's a valuable skill. The CMake Tutorial won't cost you anywhere near as much. Not even half! I know you won't be making the big bucks at the start of your career, and know what it's like to be scratching out a living. So, The CMake Tutorial has been priced so it's affordable to those who are getting started.
What You'll Learn
NOTE: Contents are provisional, and could change. Suggestions welcome...
Meet the Author - Hans de Ruiter
Hi, I'm Hans, and I have decades of experience writing software in C, C++, and other languages too. For the longest time, I avoided CMake like the plague. I found the syntax to be cryptic, the documentation to be useless, and the error messages to be unintelligible.
That all changed when a project forced me to try CMake again. To my pleasant surprise, modern CMake was a lot better. It was easier to use, and both the errors and documentation were easier to understand.
The learning curve is still on the steep side, especially with a large volume of outdated tutorials out there. So, I've taken the time to learn the right way to learn modern CMake.
I created this book/course because I didn't find a resource to quickly learn the essentials of modern CMake.
Q & A
Do I need to know how to write code?
No, although it'll certainly be helpful. Mind you, knowing how to use CMake isn't much use if you cannot program in C/C++. This makes a great companion to C/C++ tutorials.
What's the difference between the book & course?
Both will cover the same topics. The course includes video explaining the concepts and taking you through key parts of the code.
How much will the book/course cost?
See the pricing below.
When will it be available?
The book is available as an unfinished pre-release right now (see below). The course has no firm release date yet.
