---
id: c-cpp
label: C And C++ Development
description: Work with C, C++, CMake, Make, native builds, tests, and low-level debugging.
triggers:
  - c++
  - cpp
  - c language
  - cmake
  - makefile
  - gcc
  - clang
tools:
  - inspect_project
  - search_files
  - apply_patch
  - run_command
---
# C And C++ Development

Inspect build files before source edits. Keep patches narrow, respect formatting style, and run the smallest compile/test target available.

If native dependencies are missing, prefer Docker/project-local setup notes and do not silently change host toolchains.