mkmilCourse

mkmilCourse is a tool used for creating Makefile templates and managing build operations. Developed by Stephane Chazarre, it is primarily designed for users who need to generate Makefiles for projects involving multiple files and libraries.

The primary function of mkmilCourse is to automate the process of creating Makefiles by generating rules for building and linking object files. It does this by parsing the source code file and database files organized within a specific directory structure. As a result, mkmilCourse reduces the manual effort and time spent on creating and maintaining Makefiles.

mkmilCourse is used to generate Makefiles for various programming languages, including C, C++, and Fortran. It supports the creation of Makefiles for both single and multi-architecture support, allowing users to build their programs for different hardware platforms.

To utilize mkmilCourse, users need to specify the project directory, followed by the individual source files and object files. mkmilCourse generates two Makefiles, 'Makefile' and 'Makefile.def', which contain rules for compiling and linking object files, as well as list files, respectively. This streamlined process simplifies the build process, allowing users to maintain and configure their Makefiles with ease.

mkmilCourse has been widely adopted in various industries, including embedded systems, firmware development, and high-performance computing. While it has its own list of limitations and cannot be used in every development project, mkmilCourse is an efficient tool for managing build operations within a large-scale development project with specific requirements.