.. _build_helpers:

Build helpers
=============

Build helpers are Python wrappers of a build tool that help with the conversion of the Conan settings to the build system's ones. They
assist users with the compilation of libraries and applications in the ``build()`` method of a recipe.

Contents:

.. toctree::
   :maxdepth: 2

   build_helpers/cmake
   build_helpers/autotools
   build_helpers/visual_studio
   build_helpers/meson
   build_helpers/run_environment

.. important::

    If you need a build helper for any other tools, please check how you can create your own
    :ref:`custom_build_helper`.