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distro-packaging

Generate Debian and RPM packaging specifications for the pamsignal project.

25|5|Updated Dec 20, 2025
Search Tags:#packaging#distribution#spec#debian#meson#rpm
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/anhtuank7c/pamsignal --skill distro-packaging
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Skill: distro-packaging
Source: https://github.com/anhtuank7c/pamsignal/tree/main/.claude/skills/distro-packaging
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anhtuank7c/pamsignal --skill distro-packaging

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Packaging Linux software for multiple distributions is complex and time-consuming without standardized workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Debian/Ubuntu packaging with debian/ directory, control files, and maintainer scripts
  • RPM packaging with pamsignal.spec, macros, and distro-aware config handling
  • Cross-distro guidance for prep, build, test, and install steps

Quick Start

Run the packaging workflow to generate Debian and RPM artifacts for pamsignal.

Frequently Asked Questions about distro-packaging

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I package Linux software for Debian and RPM distributions?▼

Debian packaging requires generating a debian/ directory with control files and maintainer scripts. RPM packaging requires generating spec files with distro-aware macros and config handling to produce install-ready artifacts for Fedora or CentOS.

How do I create RPM spec files for meson-based builds?▼

Generating RPM spec files for meson-based builds involves defining prep, build, test, and install steps within the spec. The packaging workflow leverages meson build definitions and macros to produce install-ready RPM artifacts for Fedora or CentOS.

What do I need to generate Debian control files and maintainer scripts?▼

Generating Debian control files and maintainer scripts requires reading packaging references and defining project metadata. You create a debian/ directory structure containing control files and post-install scripts to produce install-ready Debian packages.

Does this packaging workflow support both Debian and Fedora distributions?▼

Yes, the packaging workflow supports Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora, and CentOS distributions. It generates distro-aware configurations, handling cross-distro requirements for prep, build, test, and install steps to produce both Debian and RPM artifacts.

What is the best way to automate cross-distro Linux packaging?▼

The best way to automate cross-distro Linux packaging is to use a workflow that generates both Debian and RPM specifications from a single project source. This standardizes creating control files, spec files, and post-install scripts across distributions.

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