04 Feb Ethereum: How to compile sources on MAC OS in 2017?
How to Set Up Ethereum Sources on MAC OS in 2017: A Step-by-Step Guide
In 2017, many developers were eager to start working on their Ethereum projects but faced challenges in compiling sources on MAC OS. In this article, we will show you step by step how to compile Ethereum sources using the official instructions for Mac OS.
Problem
When you try to compile Ethereum project sources using the official GitHub guides or any other online source, you often encounter issues with:
- Missing dependencies: Required dependencies such as node and npm may not be installed.
- Incorrect compiler flags: Incorrectly setting flags in the GCC compiler may prevent successful compilation.
- Build errors: Compilation may not complete due to various issues such as syntax errors or missing header files.
Solution
Fortunately, the official Ethereum GitHub repository has instructions that can help you compile the sources on MAC OS. Here is a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Install the required dependencies
To start compiling, you need to install the required dependencies for node and npm. Run the following command in the terminal:
npm init -y
nodepkg install node-npm@latest
This will install the latest versions of `node'' andnpm''.
Step 2: Create a new directory
Create a new directory to store the project source files:
mkdir my-ethereum-project
cd my-ethereum-project
Step 3: Clone the Ethereum repository
Cloning the official Ethereum repository to a new directory:
git clone
Step 4: Change directory and initialize new project
Change directory to cloned repository and initialize new project using npm init’:
cd ethereum
npm init -y
This will create a new file package.json, which you will need for the next steps.
Step 5: Configure the Build Script
Create a new file named build.gradle (for Android) or build.gradle.kts (for iOS) in the root directory of your project. Add the following configuration:
application plugin: "android"
application plugin: 'kotlin-android'
android {
compile SdkVersion 29
defaultConfig {
applicationId "com.example.myethereum-project"
minSdkVersion 21
maxSdkVersion 29
targetSdkVersion 29
versioncode 1
versionname "My Ethereum Project"
}
}
buildTypes {
release {
minifyEnabled false
proguardFiles getDefaultProguardFile("proguard-android.txt"), "proguard-rules.pro"
}
}
This configuration assumes you are using the Android Gradle plugin.
Step 6: Build your sources
Go back to your original directory and run the following command to compile your sources:
./gradlew build
This will compile your project sources and create a “build.gradle” file in the root directory of your project.
Step 7: Create source maps (optional)
If you are using Android, you need to generate source maps to help you debug. Run the following command:
./gradlew debugReleaseBuild --no-clear-build
This will generate source maps to build your app.
Conclusion
If you followed these steps, you should now be able to compile Ethereum sources on MAC OS using the instructions on the official GitHub repository. Don’t forget to update your dependencies and configure your build script if necessary for your specific project requirements.
Note: These instructions are from 2017 and may not work with newer versions of the Ethereum project. Always read the official documentation and release notes for updates or changes to the project codebase.
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