RTEMS GNU Tools On-Line Library

Makefile Conventions

GNU Coding Standards

Chapter 8: Makefile Conventions

This node describes conventions for writing the Makefiles for GNU programs. Using Automake will help you write a Makefile that follows these conventions.

Makefile Basics General Conventions for Makefiles

Utilities in Makefiles Utilities in Makefiles

Command Variables Variables for Specifying Commands

Directory Variables Variables for Installation Directories

Standard Targets Standard Targets for Users

Install Command Categories Three categories of commands in the `install' rule: normal, pre-install and post-install.

GNU Coding Standards