Craft: A Lightweight Build Tool for C/C++ Projects

Craft is a streamlined build tool designed to simplify the development process for C and C++ projects, much like Cargo does for Rust. By utilizing a straightforward craft.toml file, Craft automates the generation of CMake configurations, manages dependencies, and offers a modern command-line interface. This tool addresses the common challenges developers face with CMake, making project setup and management more efficient.

## How Craft Works

To start, you define your project in a craft.toml file. Craft then generates the necessary CMakeLists.txt file, automatically fetches dependencies, and builds your project using CMake. This process is designed to minimize manual configuration and streamline the development workflow.

## Quick Example

Creating a new project with Craft is simple. You can initiate a project with `craft project my_app`, add dependencies with a single command, and build and run your project using `craft build` and `craft run`. Craft handles the intricacies of dependency management and CMake configuration, allowing you to focus on coding.

## Key Features

- **Single File Configuration**: Define your project in a readable craft.toml file, which Craft uses to generate a working CMakeLists.txt automatically.

- **Effortless Dependency Management**: Add or remove dependencies with ease using commands like `craft add` and `craft remove`. Craft ensures your project remains in a consistent state by regenerating CMakeLists.txt as needed.

- **Templates for Rapid Setup**: Save any project as a template for quick reuse, or use built-in templates for common project types like executables and libraries.

## Installation and Commands

Craft can be installed on macOS, Linux, and Windows with simple shell commands. Once installed, commands like `craft init`, `craft build`, and `craft run` help manage your projects efficiently. Craft also offers commands for managing templates, configurations, and updates, making it a comprehensive tool for C/C++ developers.

Craft is open-source and community-driven, inviting contributions from developers to enhance its functionality and usability.