Meson - Compiling the World with Python

Explore the Meson build system in this 40-minute EuroPython 2017 conference talk. Discover how Meson, implemented in Python 3, addresses common build system issues such as slow build times, complex syntax, and cross-compilation challenges. Learn about Meson's simple, non-Turing complete DSL for describing builds, and its built-in support for tasks like documentation generation, Qt app development, and Python extension modules. Understand the design principles behind Meson, its benefits for new and existing projects, and how it enables faster compiles, easier debugging, and access to modern software development tools. Gain insights into Meson's adoption by major Free software projects and its potential to streamline software development processes.

Intro
The Meson bulld definition
Design goals in a nutshell
Language design not principles
Language design principles
Helloworld comparison
Compile time improvements
Builtin support for
Unit testing framework
More cross compilation goodness
Dependency provider
Dependency demo
Performance numbers
Build definition size
Subprojectable Python
In conclusion