CMake: A Powerful Software Build System
CMake is the de-facto standard for building C++ code, with over 2 million downloads a month. It’s a powerful, comprehensive solution for managing the software build process. Get everything you need to successfully leverage CMake by visiting our resources section.
When used well, CMake allows
us to get new projects up and running fast.
Alexander Drew Staff Software Engineer Johnson & Johnson
It’s the only tool that lets me
build C++ projects without a substantial headache. I love CMake.
Cameron Rutherford Software Engineer Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Switching to CMake from bjam
has been a massive boost to our organization’s development efficiency.
It’s platform independent and easy to set up complex projects. You can connect multiple small project libraries.
Ashish Patil Lead Engineer John Deere
I am very excited about CPS. I package hundreds of packages, and config modules are always broken and hard to teach.
Tyler Weaver Staff Software Engineer PickNik
I love CMake, CTest, and CPack. They have massively simplified my deployments and code safety.
Keith Bennett Senior Software Engineer III DroneUp
CMake Features
What sets CMake above its competitors: its extensive list of features.
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CMake Support
Didn’t find what you’re looking for? Kitware is here to help on your CMake journey. Whether you’re looking for custom CMake builds, support, or training, Kitware’s team of experts can work closely with you to ensure you’re efficiently leveraging our open source platform.