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MapGuide RFC 92 - Enable native GCC 4.4 compilaton

This page contains an change request (RFC) for the MapGuide Open Source project. More MapGuide RFCs can be found on the RFCs page.

Status

RFC Template Version	(1.0)
Submission Date	May 8, 2010
Last Modified	Rohit Razdan Timestamp
Author	Rohit Razdan
RFC Status	draft
Implementation Status	pending
Proposed Milestone	2.3
Assigned PSC guide(s)	Trevor Wekel
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Overview

MapGuide cannot compile with GCC 4.4, as of now. This RFC proposes updating the code base to enable native compilation of MapGuide/OEM dependencies on GCC 4.4.

Motivation

Non compilation with the mainstream GCC version means that workarounds have to be used which don't always work. Building from source, is also a prerequisite to inclusion as a package in Debian/Ubuntu as well as other distros.

Proposed Solution

Prima facie, it seems that updating some files for headers along with make files for some OEM dependencies which hard code the GCC version should do the job. May need to update the 3rd party components.

Implications

Easier Mapguide build experience. First step towards inclusion in official repos.

Test Plan

Build and run usual unit tests.

Funding/Resources

Google through the GSOC program.