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Automated libbpf Mirror and Standalone Build Helper
Provides an automated system to mirror the upstream libbpf repository and facilitate standalone builds, simplifying integration into various projects without requiring the full Linux kernel source tree.
Project Introduction
Summary
This project sets up and maintains an automated mirror of the upstream libbpf repository, specifically configured and built for standalone use outside the Linux kernel source tree.
Problem Solved
Manually cloning, configuring, and building libbpf for standalone userspace applications can be complex and require specific environment setups. This project automates that process, providing easily consumable build artifacts.
Core Features
Automated Upstream Mirroring
Automatically synchronizes with the official libbpf upstream repository at regular intervals.
Standalone Build Generation
Configures and builds libbpf specifically for standalone use, producing libraries and headers ready for inclusion in other projects.
Version Tagging
Tags builds based on upstream libbpf versions, providing stable points for integration.
Tech Stack
Use Cases
This project is useful in scenarios where a standalone libbpf library is needed for building userspace applications or integrating libbpf features into existing systems.
Building Userspace eBPF Applications
Details
Developers writing userspace tools or applications that interact with eBPF programs require the libbpf library and its headers. This project provides a readily available source for these dependencies.
User Value
Simplifies dependency management and build setup for eBPF projects.
Integrating libbpf into Custom Projects
Details
Integrating libbpf functionality into larger software projects or distributions often requires a consistent, standalone build of the library. This project automates its generation.
User Value
Provides a reliable and versioned source for integrating libbpf without cloning the entire kernel tree.
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