Generated Code Compilation

Specify build process that compiles generated source code and links object code

To produce executable code after source code generation, specify a build process that compiles the generated source code and links object code. You can use a CMake, toolchain, or template makefile approach for building code that you generate from Simulink^® models. MATLAB^® ships the CMake executable file. Each approach requires the installation of supported build tools. For information about customizing the build process for your development environment, see Code Compilation Customization.

To test numeric equivalence between your model and the generated code, you can use the SIL/PIL Manager.

Functions

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Initiate Build Process

`codebuild`	Compile and link generated code (Since R2020b)
`slbuild`	Build standalone executable file or model reference target for model
`rtw_precompile_libs`	Build model libraries without building model

Get or Modify Build Process Controls

`getBuildDir`	Get build folder information from model build information
`Simulink.fileGenControl`	Specify root folders for files generated by diagram updates and model builds
`coder.buildstatus.open`	Open Build Status window
`coder.buildstatus.close`	Close Build Status window

Topics

Overview

Approaches for Building Code Generated from Simulink Models
Choose CMake toolchain, makefile-based toolchain, or template makefile approach for building generated code.

Workflows

Configure CMake Build Process
Specify CMake toolchain definition for building generated code.
Configure Toolchain (ToolchainInfo) or Template Makefile Build Process
Build executable programs from generated code.
Executable Program Generation
Build executable programs with the code generator.
Add Build Process Dependencies
Add dependency information for external code to the build process.
Build Integrated Code Within the Simulink Environment
Add support files and control model code generation and builds within the Simulink Environment.
Build Process Workflow for Real-Time Systems
Generate C code from a model and build an executable program.
Rebuild a Model
Rebuild a model after customizing generated source code or makefiles.
Reduce Build Time for Referenced Models by Using Parallel Builds
Apply parallel builds to reduce build time for large model reference hierarchies.
Compile Code in Another Development Environment
Relocate generated code and compile in another environment.
Build Generated Code Remotely
Create a connection and build generated code on a remote computer.
Build Models from Windows Command Prompt
Build models by running MATLAB with a batch file.
Deploy Component Algorithm as Component Model Library by Using CMake
Deploy component algorithm as a component model library by using CMake.

Test Numeric Equivalence Between Model and Generated Code

SIL/PIL Manager Verification Workflow
A simplified workflow for verifying generated code.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot Compiler Issues

Identify and fix issues that prevent compiler operation in the build process.