Make is a tool which controls the generation of executables and other non-source files (e.g. libraries) from the source files. It makes programmers' life much easier when it comes to managing a program with many source files.

In this tutorial, we will cover the following topics through both presentation and hands-on exercises: 

• how to write a makefile to handle dependencies among source files
• how to build and install a program with Make
• how to use macros with Make. 

This tutorial assumes no previous knowledge/experience with Make; however, working knowledge of shell scripting is required.

Prerequisites:

1. Working knowledge of Shell Scripting
2. Laptop with a SSH client such as Putty
3. A LONI or LSU HPC account.
4. If you do not use a LONI or LSU HPC, you should have a means of logging into the machine where you do software development.
5.  To apply for a LONI or LSU HPC account, please visit

• https://allocations.loni.org/login_request.php
• https://accounts.hpc.lsu.edu/login_request.php

Registration:

To register, please visit

http://hpc.lsu.edu/training/tutorials/reservation-forms/fall2011-make.php

Please DO NOT use the register button on this page!!!

Off-site participants will be provided with a link to view the tutorial, please enter "ag" in the access grid box on the registration form.