nycruz/makeit

makeit

makeit is a command-line tool designed to enhance your productivity by enabling easy viewing and execution of Makefile targets. Whether you're working on a small project or managing complex builds, makeit simplifies your workflow by bringing the power of Makefiles directly to your terminal.

verbose mode

Features

Ease of Use: Instantly view and run Makefile targets from the command line without memorizing complex commands.

Flexibility: Works with any Makefile in your current directory or specify a custom Makefile to use.

Enhanced Feedback: Opt for verbose output to see exactly what commands are being executed, helping you understand your build process better.

Installation

To install makeit, ensure you have Go installed on your system, then run the following command:

go install github.com/nycruz/makeit@latest

This command installs the latest version of makeit, making it available in your system's PATH.

Getting Started

Viewing and Running Makefile Targets

• Default Usage: Simply run makeit in the terminal to view and execute targets from the Makefile in your current directory.

makeit

default mode

• Using a Custom Makefile: To use a different Makefile, use the -f option followed by the path to your custom Makefile.

makeit -f Makefile.dev

• Verbose Output: For a detailed view of the commands being executed, use the -v option to enable verbose output.

makeit -v

verbose mode