main.obj: main.c math.h math.obj: math.c math.h
clean: del *.obj app.exe
nmake is Microsoft’s implementation of the classic make build automation tool. It reads dependency rules from a makefile to conditionally compile and link programs based on file timestamps. This paper discusses the syntax, common usage, differences from GNU make , and practical applications of nmake in Windows-native development environments, including integration with Visual Studio and command-line builds. nmake remains a viable, lightweight build tool for
nmake remains a viable, lightweight build tool for legacy Windows projects and simple command-line builds. While lacking modern features, it integrates well with MSVC and can be used as a backend for CMake. Understanding nmake is valuable when maintaining older Windows codebases or working in minimal build environments. and macros directly in the Makefile.
myapp.obj: myapp.cpp $(C++) $(CFLAGS) myapp.cpp nmake remains a viable
By default, NMAKE looks for a file named makefile in the current directory. To specify a different file, use the /F flag: nmake /f MyProject.mak Use code with caution. Common Options and Flags
: Users can extend or modify the behavior of nmake by writing custom commands, rules, and macros directly in the Makefile.