DownloadProject
A CMake module for downloading external project source code at configure time for integration via add_subdirectory().
What is DownloadProject?
DownloadProject is a CMake module that downloads external project source code during CMake's configure step, allowing it to be integrated into the main build using add_subdirectory(). It solves the problem of managing external dependencies in CMake builds by making external project targets directly available without additional setup.
CMake users and C++ developers who need to integrate external libraries or projects into their CMake-based build systems without complex external project handling.
Developers choose DownloadProject for its simplicity and seamless integration, enabling direct use of add_subdirectory() for external dependencies, which simplifies build configuration and improves maintainability compared to traditional external project methods.
Overview
This repository is no longer maintained. Use the FetchContent module available in CMake 3.11 or later instead.
Use Cases
Best For
- Integrating googletest or other testing frameworks into CMake projects
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