INSTALL.md

Prerequisites

Operating System

• Linux (e.g., Ubuntu)

Dependencies

• Build tools: gcc/g++, make, cmake
• System libraries: libreadline-dev
• Python 3: (version 3.6+ recommended)

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Steps

Install System Packages

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install -y build-essential cmake libreadline-dev python3-venv python3-pip git

Clone the Repository

git clone <your_repo_url> process_manager_project
cd process_manager_project

Set Up Python Virtual Environment

python3 -m venv .venv
source .venv/bin/activate
pip install --upgrade pip
pip install -r requirements.txt

Install Conan Dependencies (If Any)

conan install . --build=missing --output-folder=build

Note: If no external dependencies are listed in conanfile.txt, this step will just create the default toolchain files.

Configure and Build the Project

With Conan (if toolchain file is generated):

cmake -S . -B build -DCMAKE_TOOLCHAIN_FILE=build/conan_toolchain.cmake -DCMAKE_BUILD_TYPE=Release
cmake --build build

Without Conan (or if no external dependencies):

cmake -S . -B build -DCMAKE_BUILD_TYPE=Release
cmake --build build

Run the Program

./build/process_manager_project

Use commands like:

• start_monitor
• stop_monitor
• list_processes
• help

Testing (Optional)

cd build
ctest --output-on-failure

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Troubleshooting

Missing readline support:

• Ensure libreadline-dev is installed.

Conan not found:

• Confirm the virtual environment is active and pip install -r requirements.txt was successful.

Permission issues or missing tools:

• Run sudo apt-get update and re-install the required system packages.

Additional Help:

• If issues persist, consult the project's documentation or open an issue in the repository.