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scons
Software construction tool using Python for build configuration
Description
SCons is a software construction tool that uses Python scripts for build configuration. It provides an improved alternative to Make with automatic dependency analysis, built-in support for many languages, and portable builds.
AI Summary
Python-based software construction tool with automatic dependency analysis
Capabilities
- + Build software with Python-based configuration
- + Automatic dependency analysis
- + Support for C, C++, and many languages
- + Cross-platform build system
Use When
- → When you want a Python-based build system
- → When Make is too limited
Avoid When
- x When using language-specific build tools (cargo, go build)