GCC multi-version development layout

[Basile STARYNKEVITCH]

On Sun, 2026-04-19 at 16:33 +0000, Heime via Gcc-help wrote:
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> When building GCC from a cloned Git source tree using separate 
> directories (as recommended), the directory structure follows 
> a clean separation of source, build artifacts, and final 
> installation. 
> 
> With different version of gcc, how would be the typical layout 
> for specific branches to make patch changes to different gcc 
> versions with multiple builds and install?
> 
> What are good books to read about version control useful for
> work on gcc branches.


I would suggest reading some good books on git

I actually recommend having several source trees and build trees. and
proposing your patches (by email to
https://gcc.gnu.org/mailman/listinfo/gcc-patches ...) at least daily.
Small incremental patches have better chances to be read and reviewed.

Thanks
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