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Getting Started with Bazel

This page lists material that will help you get started with Bazel. If you have not already done so, first read the Bazel Overview.

Installation

To install Bazel, see Installing Bazel.

Tutorials

To get hands-on with Bazel and understand its core concepts, complete a tutorial:

• Tutorial: Build a C++ Project

• Tutorial: Build a Java Project

• Tutorial: Build an Android Application

• Tutorial: Build an iOS Application

Migration

To learn how to migrate your project to Bazel, see the appropriate migration guide:

• Migrating from Maven to Bazel

• Migrating from Xcode to Bazel

Language-specific resources

Once you are familiar with Bazel, take a look at the language-specific resources, such as functions and build rules:

• C++ and Bazel

• Java and Bazel

• Android and Bazel

• Apple apps and Bazel

Reference

To further explore Bazel, refer to the following resources:

• Bazel Concepts and Terminology

• Bazel User Manual

• Build Encyclopedia