> Then it has to have its own build system, with its own descriptor files ...Why? Just interface with the existing build system. Most have very clear semantics

> Then it has to have its own build system, with its own descriptor files ...Why? Just interface with the existing build system. Most have very clear semantics, and it's not clear anything is gained from prioritizing one over the other. All the ide needs to worry about is generally syntax highlighting, targets, flags (e.g. to enable debugging), and the STANDARDIZED error reporting. Also, gyp, ninja.... so many build systems. CMake only has a fraction of the market, and not even an impressive one.