Re: [PATCH] gnu: rustc: Retain binutils.

[Ludovic Courtès]

David Craven <address@hidden> skribis:

> * gnu/packages/rust.scm (rustc)[arguments]: Retain binutils. Add
>   wrap-rustc phase.
>
> Problem reported by Ben Woodcroft <address@hidden>.

LGTM!

> An idea: How about adding tests for packages?
>
> A simple compile check for a compiler or something like that. The
> problem with manual testing is that the environment could hide bugs.
> This would make sure that dependencies are retained and programs are
> wrapped etc.
>
> Useful or not?

In most cases “make check” would find the problems.  In cases where
there might be problems post-installation, we could always add a phase
that runs the thing.

Thanks,
Ludo’.