Add a root `justfile` for easier development workflows
Author: jny0444Created Sep 18, 2026Updated Sep 18, 2026
Motivation
Sapling contains several components with different build and test workflows
For example, building the CLI currently involves running make oss from eden/scm, while other components use CMake, Cargo, Yarn, or getdeps.py.
Would the project be open to adding a root-level justfile that provides a consistent entry point for common contributor tasks?
Proposed approach
The justfile would wrap the existing build systems rather than replace CMake.
Possible recipes could include:
just build-clijust test-clijust build-edenfsjust testjust lintjust build-isl
The existing commands would remain usable directly, and CMake would continue to manage native builds.
Benefits
- Easier command discovery through
just --list - A consistent interface from the repository root
- Less need for contributors to remember component-specific working directories
- No immediate migration or disruption to existing CI workflows
Questions
- Would maintainers find a root-level task runner useful?
- Which workflows should an initial
justfileexpose? - Would adding
justas a development dependency be acceptable?
Source: facebook/sapling