[CMake] Setting the compiler

[Bill Hoffman]

Juan Sanchez wrote:
>
> Hi Bill,
>
> We are going to require the developer to run a specific compiler for a
> 32 bit build and a different one for the 64 bit build.  That is the
> preference for being able to set it in CMakeLists.txt, and just having
> it work.  Each developer is responsible for releasing the code on a
> frequent basis, so everything has to be locked down.  They also need to
> be able to test their changes, before source check in, for both builds.
>
> Requiring an environment variable is  an issue that would cause someone
> to complain.  Making them run a build script for each platform would
> also cause them to complain.  If any of this triggers a massive
> recompilation of the source files, that is another reason for them to
> complain.
>
> I like Cmake, and I really hope we are able to deploy it in our group.
> My worry is that people aren't logical, and issues like the ones I
> mention may be showstoppers for them, even if the workaround requires
> minimal extra effort.
>
> Regards,
>
> Juan
>   
So, what is the current build system and how does it work?