vcpkg
vcpkg, developed by Microsoft, is a cross-platform C++ package manager that simplifies the process of acquiring and building C++ open source libraries. It is designed to work seamlessly with CMake and other build systems, providing a straightforward and consistent way to manage C++ library dependencies.
Key differences from Conan
While both vcpkg and Conan are aimed at simplifying dependency management in C++ projects, there are notable differences in their approach and ecosystem:
- Origin and backing: vcpkg was created and is maintained by Microsoft, which ensures tight integration with Visual Studio and the MSBuild system, although it remains fully functional and useful across different platforms and development environments.
- Package sources: vcpkg focuses on compiling from source, ensuring that libraries are built with the same compiler and settings as the consuming project. This approach contrasts with Conan, which can manage precompiled binaries, allowing...
