Atlas Engine Demo Application: Compilation Guide

Compile and Run the Atlas Engine Demo Application

This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough on how to compile and run the Atlas Engine demo application.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

• Atlas Engine source code downloaded and extracted.* CMake installed on your system.* A compatible compiler (e.g., Visual Studio for Windows, GCC/Clang for Linux/macOS).

Compilation Steps

1. Configure CMake: Open a terminal or command prompt and navigate to the root directory of the Atlas-Engine project. Run CMake with the option -DATLAS_DEMO=ON to include the demo application in the project configuration. For example: bash cmake -DATLAS_DEMO=ON ..

2. Build the Project: After successfully configuring CMake, use the generated build files to compile the project. The build command depends on your operating system and compiler. * Unix-like Systems (Linux/macOS): Use the make command. * Windows: Utilize Visual Studio or the provided vsbuild.bat script.

3. Using Visual Studio: For convenience, execute the vsbuild.bat script. This script runs CMake with the necessary demo option and launches Visual Studio. In the Visual Studio IDE, set 'AtlasEngineDemo' as your target.

4. Adjust Asset Directory (If Necessary): Prior to running the demo application, you might need to modify the asset directory path in the demo source file (usually main.cpp or a similar file). Update the directory path to accurately reflect the location of your assets on your system.

Troubleshooting

• Refer to the Atlas-Engine GitHub page or project documentation for the most up-to-date instructions.* Ensure your compiler and CMake versions meet the project requirements.* Double-check the asset directory path if you encounter issues loading assets.

By following these steps, you can successfully compile and explore the capabilities of the Atlas Engine demo application. For further assistance and information, refer to the official Atlas-Engine documentation.