tursodatabase/libsql

Simplify sqlite3mc build

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#1,028 opened on Feb 14, 2024

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Description

We currently build sqlite3mc by invoking its cmake-based build, which makes the build more complicated, especially when cross-compiling. Let's look into switching to using the cc crate from libsql-ffi/build.rs instead to simplify the build.

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Tech stack
crust
Domain
build system
Issue type
refactor
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-3 hours
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
fresh
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
mostly clear
Prerequisites
Rust build scriptsC compilation basicscargo
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
60
Research direction
Examine `libsql ffi/build.rs` to understand the current cmake based build for sqlite3mc. Identify how to replace it with the `cc` crate, handling cross compilation flags. Look at the existing cmake configuration to ensure all necessary compilation flags are preserved. Test the new build for both native and cross compilation scenarios.