Microsoft C++ Library Manager Vcpkg is Now Available for Linux and MacOS
Microsoft has announced that developers can now access their C++ libraries on two new platforms. Vcpkg is now available for Linux and MacOS, adding existing support for Windows and UWP.
Vcpkg is an open source VC++ packaging tool. This project was first released on CppCon in 2016 to meet the needs of developers.
Vcpkg helps you manage C and C++ libraries on Windows, Linux, and MacOS. This tool and ecosystem are currently in a preview state; your involvement is vital to its success! Obtaining local libraries on Windows is a key part of the application development process. In one survey, we found that 80% of developers’ C++ projects depended on two or more libraries. However, they were in comparison (Linux, MacOS, etc.), the current process of acquiring native libraries is still lower than the expectations of C++ developers.
The tool now has over 900 libraries and features, of which more than 350 are available for Linux and Mac. Microsoft expects this number to grow rapidly.
Vcpkg is built on a number of principles, including open source, zero-installation, repeatable builds, custom builds, and more.
