Where are the binaries?
jamesblackshaw opened this issue · comments
I've looked in here and although the top-level readme references binaries I can't find anything that isn't a .go file.
The README contains information that is outdated from when it was hosted on code.google.com. Binaries must be built from source. Install a Go compiler and then run
go get github.com/google/codesearch/cmd/{csearch,cindex}
Damian, the README should be update (a45d81b).
The README was updated to mention the move from code.google.com, but not the new lack of provided binaries. Precompiled binaries are currently not available.
Agreed!
The README, which says,
Binary downloads are available for those who do not have Go installed.
See https://github.com/google/codesearch.
should really be corrected.
BTW, I bet most of those people seeking binary downloads are Windows people.
I myself is looking for Windows binary just to save me doing compiling myself on that pathetic platform.
If you are ok with a fork with some changes, you can get binaries from https://github.com/junkblocker/codesearch/releases .
"A fork ... to make it a more generally usable tool"
I like it!
and thanks too for the precompiled binaries for Windows, that pathetic platform I hate doing compiling on my own.