forge-lang-c

Standardize C project builds with Makefile, CMake, and gcc/clang toolchains.

1|Updated Dec 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/martimramos/claude-forge --skill forge-lang-c
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Skill: forge-lang-c
Source: https://github.com/martimramos/claude-forge/tree/main/skills/languages/c
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/martimramos/claude-forge --skill forge-lang-c

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill standardizes C project practices to ensure reliable builds, robust testing, and consistent tooling across Makefile and CMake workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Build consistency: Guidance for Make and CMake builds, including common compiler flags and target layouts.
  • Quality assurance: Instructions for memory checking with Valgrind, static analysis with cppcheck and scan-build, and strict warnings.
  • Code hygiene: Formatting with clang-format and disciplined project structure, with examples for main.c, headers, and tests.

Quick Start

To adopt this Skill, clone or add a C project with a standard layout (src/, include/, tests/), then follow the Makefile/CMake guidance to build, test, and verify with memory checks and static analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about forge-lang-c

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I enforce compiler warnings as errors in CMake and Makefile builds?▼

To enforce compiler warnings as errors in CMake and Makefile builds, this Skill standardizes common gcc and clang flags within project structures, ensuring reliable builds by treating warnings as errors.

Can I integrate Valgrind memory checks and Cppcheck static analysis into a C project?▼

Yes, you can integrate Valgrind memory checks and Cppcheck static analysis into a C project by following this Skill's standardized guidance for running quality assurance checks across toolchains.

What is a standard project layout for reliable C development with CMake?▼

A standard project layout for reliable C development with CMake uses a disciplined structure with src/, include/, and tests/ directories, applying consistent formatting with clang-format.

Does this C build system guidance work for both embedded and system programming tasks?▼

Yes, this C build system guidance works for both embedded and system programming tasks, applying standardized Make and CMake practices across common gcc and clang toolchains.

What's the best way to format C code consistently in an automated build pipeline?▼

The best way to format C code consistently in an automated build pipeline is using clang-format, which this Skill incorporates to enforce code hygiene alongside strict compiler warnings and static analysis.