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rsyslog_build

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Handles environment setup and high-performance incremental building for rsyslog.

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How to use this skill

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  1. Open your project in Codex.
  2. Copy the prompt below and paste it into your agent.
  3. Review the proposed files and risks before you approve installation.
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Source SKILL.md: https://github.com/rsyslog/rsyslog/blob/HEAD/.agent/skills/rsyslog_build/SKILL.md

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First, summarize what it does, its dependencies, license status if identifiable, and any risks. Show the exact files you propose to add under .agents/skills/rsyslog-build/. Do not write files or run scripts until I approve.

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rsyslog_build

This skill standardizes the environment setup and build process for the rsyslog project. It ensures that agents use the most efficient build commands and handle bootstrap logic correctly.

Quick Start

  1. Setup Environment: Run .agent/skills/rsyslog_build/scripts/setup.sh to install dependencies.
  2. Efficient Build: Use make -j$(nproc) check TESTS="" for incremental builds.
  3. Bootstrap: Use ./autogen.sh --enable-debug [options] if Makefile is missing or build configuration changes.

Detailed Instructions

1. Environment Setup

The project requires a set of development libraries (C toolchain, libcurl, libfastjson, etc.).

  • Use the provided script: bash .agent/skills/rsyslog_build/scripts/setup.sh
  • This script wraps devtools/codex-setup.sh and ensures all CI-standard tools are present.

2. Bootstrapping (autogen.sh)

You MUST run ./autogen.sh in the following cases:

  • After a fresh checkout (no Makefile exists).
  • If you modify configure.ac, any Makefile.am, or files under m4/.
  • If you need to enable/disable specific modules (e.g., --enable-imkafka).

Example:

./autogen.sh --enable-debug --enable-testbench --enable-imdiag --enable-omstdout

3. High-Performance Build

Always prefer the incremental build-only command. It builds the core and all test dependencies without the overhead of running the full test suite.

Command:

make -j$(nproc) check TESTS=""

4. Runtime & Library Considerations

When modifying runtime/ or exported symbols:

  • Ensure the library version script (if touched) is consistent.
  • Incremental builds handle -M../runtime/.libs correctly for dynamic loading.

Related Skills

  • rsyslog_test: For running validations after a successful build.
  • rsyslog_module: For module-specific build flags.