In the realm of digital systems, files are an integral part. They can take various types, one such being the BUILD file extension. This seemingly simple term can encompass a myriad of utilities in different worlds of technology, which will be discussed in the following sections.
Bazel, an open-source build and test tool developed and maintained by Google, uses BUILD files to describe what code to build, and how. These BUILD files use a language called Starlark, a dialect of Python, making it human-readable and easy to write. Bazel interprets these to construct a build graph so it can understand what tasks it needs to perform to build your software.
BUILD files are also used in a build system named Pants. These files serve a similar function to those in Bazel, but with a few nuances. Pants integrates with multiple languages, making it more diverse in its application. Each of these languages can have their BUILD configuration, allowing the developer to have granular control over how different codebases are built and tested.
Apart from building systems, some programs also use the .BUILD extension to signify an executed command script, upon the creation of a software or game instance. For instance, in the GameMaker: Studio program, .BUILD files are created when the user selects the "Create Executable" option.
It is evident that the BUILD file extension plays a unique role in different platforms and languages. The syntax and use of a BUILD file can vary depending on which environment it is used, making it a flexible tool in the world of software development. However, it is always critical to be aware of the format of the BUILD file being used, whether it be in Bazel, Pants, or any other application, and ensure that it is correctly written and formatted for the task at hand.
If you downloaded a BUILD file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:
To open BUILD File on iOS device follow steps below:
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