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This article is from the Apple II GNO FAQ, by Devin Reade with numerous contributions by others.

10.4: What is dmake?

    A#10.4:	dmake is a variation of the UNIX "make" facility.  It is used
on large software projects for defining when and how files should
be updated (typically compiled or linked), based on dependency
lists.  It's behavior is controlled through the use of a 
"makefile" (sometimes "makefile.mk"), which is a text file
defining dependency graphs, rules, and actions.

After definition of the makefile, a project can often be built
(perhaps tested and installed as well) just by typing "dmake",
assuming there are no compilation or other errors.  Only the
work that is required will be done.

For more details, see the dmake(1) man page.
    

 

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