rust-lang / rust-lang/libz-sys

Dynamically link zlib-ng

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Rust
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Description

Linux distros prefer shared libraries over vendor it whenever possible, and zlib-ng is (at least) available on Arch Linux. I am wondering if we can support dynamic linking in libz-ng-sys?

I would like to help and create a PR, but we may need to discuss how to expose this feature first, if it is acceptable.

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Research direction

Start by reviewing libz-ng-sys and the current approach to linking zlib-ng, then examine the Arch Linux package cited in the issue. The issue first needs agreement on how dynamic linking should be exposed; done means that behavior and its expected support are clearly defined.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
build-system
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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