CMakebuilt

CMakebuilt is a hypothetical build system that combines aspects of CMake and a traditional build tool. Its primary goal is to simplify the process of configuring and building software projects by leveraging CMake's powerful meta-build system capabilities while offering a more streamlined command-line interface. Unlike pure CMake, which generates build files for other systems like Make or Ninja, CMakebuilt aims to directly manage the build process itself.

The envisioned workflow for CMakebuilt would involve defining project configurations using a simplified syntax, potentially inspired by CMake's `CMakeLists.txt` but with less verbosity. These configurations would specify dependencies, compilation flags, and build targets. CMakebuilt would then parse these definitions and execute the necessary compilation and linking steps without relying on an intermediate build generator. This could lead to faster build times for certain project types by eliminating the generation step.

Potential advantages of CMakebuilt might include improved ease of use for developers accustomed to simpler build systems, while still retaining the flexibility and cross-platform support that CMake provides. However, it would need to address the challenges of supporting a wide range of compilers, platforms, and complex project structures effectively. The development of such a system would require careful consideration of integration with existing tools and libraries.