Tools

Use this page as the top-level map for the toolchain-oriented links in this section.

Tool categories

• Compilers and online experimentation: Compiler Explorer, Quick Bench, Wandbox, and other fast ways to test ideas.
• Build systems and package managers: CMake, vcpkg, Conan, Meson, and dependency workflow references.
• Code quality and debugging: clang-tidy, clang-format, sanitizers, and include hygiene tools.
• Testing and benchmarking: GoogleTest, Catch2, doctest, benchmark workflows, and related references.

Recommended starting points

• Start with Compiler Explorer when you need a zero-setup place to validate code or inspect generated assembly.
• Start with CMake documentation if you are wiring up a real project or trying to understand target-based builds.
• Start with clang-tidy and AddressSanitizer when you want fast feedback on correctness and maintainability.
• Start with GoogleTest or Catch2 when you need a practical unit-test harness.

When to use which tool page

• Use the compiler page for quick experiments, generated code inspection, and benchmark prototypes.
• Use the build page when the main question is dependency management, configuration, or reproducible builds.
• Use the quality page when you want static analysis, formatting, sanitizer coverage, or header cleanup.
• Use the testing page when you are choosing a test framework or lightweight performance measurement setup.