| # Edk2 Basetools | |
| This folder has traditionally held the source of Python based tools used by EDK2. | |
| The official repo this source has moved to https://github.com/tianocore/edk2-basetools. | |
| This folder will remain in the tree until the next stable release (expected 202102). | |
| There is a new folder under Basetools `BinPipWrappers` that uses the pip module rather than this tree for Basetools. | |
| By adding the scope `pipbuild-win` or `pipbuild-unix` (depending on your host system), the SDE will use the | |
| `BinPipWrappers` instead of the regular `BinWrappers`. | |
| ## Why Move It? | |
| The discussion is on the mailing list. The RFC is here: https://edk2.groups.io/g/rfc/topic/74009714#270 | |
| The benefits allow for the Basetools project to be used separately from EDK2 itself as well as offering it in a | |
| globally accessible manner. | |
| This makes it much easier to build a module using Basetools. | |
| Separating the Basetools into their own repo allows for easier CI and contribution process. | |
| Additional pros, cons, and process can be found on the mailing list. | |
| ## How Do I Install It? | |
| By default, EDK2 is tied to and tested with a specific version of the Basetools through `pip-requirements.txt`. | |
| You can simply run: | |
| ```bash | |
| pip install -r pip-requirements.txt | |
| ``` | |
| This will install the required module, thought we strongly suggest setting up a virtual environment. | |
| Additionally, you can also install a local clone of the Basetools as well as a specific git commit. |