CMake Training and Certification in Houston

CMake Training and Certification in Houston, USA

The course covers key concepts such as configuring, generating, and building projects across multiple platforms using CMake's scripting language.

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CMake Training and Certification is a professional training program delivered by ProgNXT in Houston, USA. ProgNXT, a globally recognized corporate training provider in 55+ countries, offers this CMake Training and Certification course with hands-on, instructor-led sessions. CMake training focuses on teaching participants how to use CMake, a powerful tool for managing the build process of software projects, especially in...

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Course Code: PRR45
14 Hrs
Last Updated: April 2026

Course Rating5/5

CMake training focuses on teaching participants how to use CMake, a powerful tool for managing the build process of software projects, especially in C and C++ development. The course covers key concepts such as configuring, generating, and building projects across multiple platforms using CMake's scripting language. Participants learn how to define project structures, set build options, and manage dependencies, making it easier to handle complex projects. Hands-on exercises involve creating CMakeLists files, configuring builds for different environments, and integrating with version control systems. By the end of the training, attendees will be proficient in using CMake to streamline the build process, improve project portability, and ensure consistency across different platforms.

Basic knowledge of C/C++ programming.
Familiarity with build systems and tools like Make or Ninja (optional but beneficial).

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

Understand the core concepts of CMake and its role in the build process.
Learn to create and manage CMake-based projects.
Gain hands-on experience in configuring and generating build systems.
Learn to manage project dependencies and integrate third-party libraries.
Acquire skills to troubleshoot and optimize build configurations effectively.

CMake Basics: Ability to create simple CMakeLists files for projects.
Cross-Platform Builds: Configure builds for multiple platforms using CMake.
Dependency Management: Integrate and manage external libraries in CMake projects.
Build Optimization: Optimize the build process for faster and more efficient compilation.

Participants will be assessed on:

Creating and configuring CMakeLists for simple projects.
Generating and using build files for different platforms.
Managing dependencies in CMake projects.
Troubleshooting common CMake issues.

Certificate of Completion: Participants who attend all sessions and successfully complete the course assessments will receive a ProgNXT Certificate of Completion for CMake Fundamentals Training.

Introduction to CMake and Basic Project Setup

Introduction to Build Systems and CMake

Overview of build systems and the role of CMake.
Advantages of using CMake in modern software development.
Setting up CMake on different platforms.

Basic CMake Concepts

Understanding CMakeLists.txt.
Writing a minimal CMakeLists file for a simple project.
Configuring and generating build files.
Hands-on Exercise

Build Systems Supported by CMake

Introduction to Make, Ninja, and MSBuild.
Generating build files for different platforms.
Hands-on Exercise

Variables and Commands in CMake

Defining and using variables in CMake.
Overview of common CMake commands.
Hands-on Exercise

Advanced CMake Concepts and Practical Usage

Managing Project Dependencies

Adding external libraries using find_package() and add_subdirectory().
Working with CMake modules and package configuration files.
Hands-on Exercise

Advanced Project Configuration

Creating and linking multiple targets.
Configuring include paths, libraries, and compile options.
Managing build types (Debug, Release).
Hands-on Exercise

CMake Generators and Toolchains

Cross-compilation with CMake.
Using toolchains to target different platforms.
Hands-on Exercise

Testing and Debugging with CMake

Integrating testing frameworks (e.g., Google Test).
Debugging common CMake errors.
Hands-on Exercise

Best Practices and Tips

Structuring CMake projects for maintainability.
Recommended CMake patterns and anti-patterns.
Optimizing build times with CMake.

Sample CMake projects for practice.
A detailed guide on CMake commands and variables.
Additional resources for learning advanced CMake concepts.

Evaluation based on hands-on exercises and a final project.
ProgNXT Certificate of Completion awarded to participants meeting the course objectives.

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