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@xiaods xiaods commented Oct 26, 2025

Comparison with CMake

Advantages of Zig build system:

  1. Single tool: No need for CMake, Make, Ninja, etc.
  2. Cross-compilation: Easy cross-compilation to different targets
  3. Reproducible builds: Consistent builds across platforms
  4. Fast incremental builds: Efficient caching system
  5. Simpler syntax: More readable build configuration
  6. Built-in package manager: Easy dependency management

Migration notes:

  • The Zig build system produces the same output as CMake
  • All CMake build options have Zig equivalents
  • OpenSSL still requires external build (same as CMake)
  • Version information is generated the same way

Signed-off-by: Deshi Xiao <xiaods@gmail.com>
Advantages of Zig build system:

1. **Single tool**: No need for CMake, Make, Ninja, etc.
2. **Cross-compilation**: Easy cross-compilation to different targets
3. **Reproducible builds**: Consistent builds across platforms
4. **Fast incremental builds**: Efficient caching system
5. **Simpler syntax**: More readable build configuration
6. **Built-in package manager**: Easy dependency management

Signed-off-by: Deshi Xiao <xiaods@gmail.com>
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