Node Gyp

Features

Add-on Compilation Toolchains - Converts C and C++ source code into binary bindings and modules for high-performance execution in the Node.js runtime.
Native Module Toolchains - Provides the primary toolchain for bootstrapping and compiling C and C++ native extensions for the Node.js runtime.
Build Environment Configurators - Sets architecture, compiler versions, and system paths using flags or configuration files to prepare the build process.
Cross-Platform and Native Compilation - Generates platform-specific build files and manages compiler toolchains to ensure native code compiles across different operating systems.
Build Toolchain Abstractions - Maps high-level build commands to specific compilers and SDKs based on the detected host operating system.
Multi-Toolchain Integration - Connects with various compilers and SDKs across different operating systems to ensure consistent code compilation.
Platform Build File Generators - Translates a central JSON project definition into platform-specific build files like Makefiles or Visual Studio projects.
Platform-Specific Build File Generation - Creates platform-specific configuration files, such as Makefiles, based on a central project definition.
Build Configuration Management - Reads compilation settings from configuration files or package manifests to determine how native code is built.
Binary Compilation - Transforms C and C++ source code into binary modules that the JavaScript runtime can load.
Node.js Native Addons - Converts C and C++ source code into binary modules that can be loaded and executed within a Node.js environment.
Build Tools - Compiles C and C++ source code into binary modules that can be loaded as native addons by Node.js.
Build File Generators - Generates platform-specific build files such as Makefiles and Visual Studio projects from a single project configuration.
Build-Time Source Procurement - Downloads and extracts external dependencies from HTTP endpoints during the build process to satisfy native requirements.
Target-Specific Build Settings - Builds native modules for specific runtime versions by specifying target versions and header locations.
Toolchain Path Resolution - Determines system paths and compiler versions via command-line flags and configuration files to locate build tools.
External Source Inclusions - Downloads remote source files via HTTP and integrates them into the compilation process.
Native Library Integrations - Fetches remote source files and integrates external C++ libraries into the build process for native extensions.
Runtime Header Management - Downloads and links specific versioned C++ header files to ensure binary compatibility with the target runtime.
WebAssembly Glue Code Generators - Builds native source code into portable WebAssembly formats, providing the necessary interface for web environments.
WebAssembly Compilation - Builds native modules into a portable WebAssembly format for use in web environments.

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