Config , make and makefile

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Hi,
i read many tutorials about how project files are configured and compiled using make. I'm failing in understanding the very simple logics behind how those utilities work, Can anyone help me out in this regard. Also how to study the code flow in Linux enviornment.
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Posted 20-Dec-12 22:30pm

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Richard MacCutchan · Accepted Answer · 2012-12-20T23:34:00

The make utility[^] uses a Makefile which contains the commands, targets and templates to automate a set of commands. This is mainly used for compiling and linking source code into executable programs. The syntax of the Makefile is somewhat esoteric but once you understand the basics it is not too difficult to create your own. Work through the tutorial in the link above, and look at the man pages on your system for more information.