Re: [Boost-users] BOOST fylesystem and staic library

Subject: Re: [Boost-users] BOOST fylesystem and staic library
From: Jeff Flinn (TriumphSprint2000_at_[hidden])
Date: 2010-11-27 10:19:12

Claude wrote:
> But, in general, how you can create a static library that "use" other library
> (boost::filesystem)?
> 
> I wish that those who use my library should not even link to the boost::
> filesystem.
> 
> Is it possible?

There is no linking during the process of creating a static library. A 
Static Library is effectively a collection of object code. You would 
have to link your code and boost into a "dynamic" library. Or I suppose 
you could use the librarian to merge your object code and boosts, 
although I've never tried this.

Jeff