What programming languages are supported?

The generator provides specific templates and best practices for C/C++, Python, Go, and Java, as well as generic project structures.

How is the quality of the generated Makefile ensured?

The skill includes a mandatory validation step using devops-skills:makefile-validator to fix syntax errors and apply consistent formatting before final output.

Does it handle cross-compilation?

Yes, the skill can gather requirements for target platforms and architectures to generate appropriate cross-compilation rules.

Does it support modern GNU Make features?

Yes, it defaults to modern patterns (GNU Make 4.0+) including features like .ONESHELL, .DELETE_ON_ERROR, and strict shell flagging for better reliability.

Can I use it to create Docker-ready builds?

Absolutely. It includes specialized patterns for Docker image building, multi-stage builds, and handling container registry authentication.

Makefile Generator

Name: Makefile Generator
Author: akin-ozer

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Deployment & DevOps

Generates production-grade, standardized Makefiles for C++, Python, Go, and Java projects with built-in best practices.

The Makefile Generator skill automates the creation of high-quality build systems by generating GNU-compliant Makefiles tailored to your specific project needs. It handles everything from simple single-directory projects to complex multi-binary systems, incorporating modern GNU Make 4.0+ features, security hardening, and cross-platform compatibility. By following a structured workflow of requirements gathering and pattern-based generation, it ensures your build automation is ready for production, Docker integration, and CI/CD pipelines, all while being automatically validated for syntax and formatting accuracy.

Key Features

01GNU Coding Standards compliance and modern GNU Make 4.0+ patterns

02Automated validation and formatting via integrated makefile-validator

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04Security-hardened configurations and dependency management

05Multi-language support for C/C++, Python, Go, and Java projects

06Pre-defined patterns for Docker integration and CI/CD workflows

Use Cases

01Converting manual or fragmented build processes into a unified Makefile

02Implementing complex cross-compilation and version-embedding build rules

03Bootstrapping a new project with a robust, standardized build system

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add akin-ozer/cc-devops-skills makefile-generator

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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