CPACKPACKAGEVENDOR

CPACKPACKAGEVENDOR is a variable used in the CPack module of CMake, a cross-platform build system generator. It specifies the name of the vendor or organization that is distributing the software package. This variable is particularly useful for setting the vendor information in the package metadata, which can be important for licensing, support, and identification purposes.

When CPACKPACKAGEVENDOR is set, it is typically used in conjunction with other CPack variables to generate package files for various platforms. For example, on Windows, it can be used to set the "CompanyName" field in the installer's metadata. On Unix-like systems, it might be used to set the maintainer information in the package control files.

The value of CPACKPACKAGEVENDOR can be set using the set command in CMake. For instance:

set(CPACKPACKAGEVENDOR "Example Corporation")

It is important to note that while CPACKPACKAGEVENDOR is not a required variable, providing it can enhance the professionalism and completeness of the generated packages. Additionally, the variable's value should be a string that accurately represents the vendor or organization responsible for the software distribution.

In summary, CPACKPACKAGEVENDOR is a CMake variable that allows developers to specify the vendor or organization distributing their software packages. It is used in conjunction with CPack to generate platform-specific package files and can be set using the set command in CMake. While not mandatory, providing this information can improve the quality and professionalism of the generated packages.