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An example of how to create a C++ compilation database is needed

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#13,976 opened on Sep 11, 2021

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Description

Description of the problem / feature request:

Please provide a definitive example of how to create a compilation database for a Bazel-based C++ project.

Feature requests: what underlying problem are you trying to solve with this feature?

There are numerous IDEs that rely on clang language server (which requires compilation database for precise source indexing) to implement code browsing / code completion features for C++.

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Research direction
1. Check the Bazel documentation and source code for existing compilation database support (e.g., experimental execution log compilation). 2. Explore external tools like 'bazel compile commands'. 3. Create a minimal Bazel C++ project. 4. Generate a compilation database using the identified method. 5. Write a clear example with explanation and verify it works.
Tech stack
cpp
Domain
documentationbuild system
Issue type
Documentation
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
2
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Half day
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Active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
Prerequisites
BazelC++Git
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
75