foo123srcrpm

foo123srcrpm is the file name convention used for a source RPM package associated with the package foo123 in RPM-based Linux distributions. A source RPM contains the upstream source code archive, a spec file that describes how to build the package, patches applied to the source, and metadata about the build. The format is designed to support reproducible builds and distribution.

Naming and contents: A typical source RPM uses the format package-version-release.src.rpm. For example, foo123-1.0-1.src.rpm would be a valid source RPM for version 1.0, release 1. It bundles the Source and Patch entries from the spec file and stores the build instructions, patch set, and license information necessary to recreate the binary packages.

Build process and usage: To convert a source RPM into binary packages, developers use the rpmbuild tool, often rpmbuild --rebuild foo123-1.0-1.src.rpm. The process installs build dependencies, applies patches, and compiles the sources according to the spec file. The resulting artifacts typically include binary RPMs and a new source RPM. Value and integrity are protected by signatures and checksums.

Context and significance: Source RPMs are central to RPM-based distributions, enabling maintainers to audit, patch, and reproduce builds across architectures and distributions. They support licensing compliance and traceability by preserving the original source and build instructions. See also RPM Package Manager and Source RPM.