Shared Libraries - Expanded Project Guides
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SHARED_LIBRARIES_LEARNING_PROJECTS.mdThis folder contains deep-dive guides for each project in the learning path.
Overview
These projects take you from runtime loading and symbol resolution to portable shared library design and, ultimately, building a minimal dynamic linker. You will touch the core mechanics: PIC, ABI stability, library search paths, and real-world tooling patterns.
Project Index
| # | Project | Difficulty | Time | Key Focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plugin-Based Audio Effects Processor | Advanced | 1-2 weeks | Runtime loading, plugin ABI design |
| 2 | Library Dependency Visualizer | Advanced | 1-2 weeks | ELF/Mach-O parsing, dependency graphs |
| 3 | LD_PRELOAD Function Interceptor | Advanced | Weekend-1 week | Symbol interposition, RTLD_NEXT |
| 4 | Hot-Reload Development Server | Expert | 2-4 weeks | Reload lifecycle, state separation |
| 5 | Cross-Platform Shared Library with C API | Advanced | 2-3 weeks | ABI stability, symbol visibility |
| 6 | Minimal Dynamic Linker (Capstone) | Advanced | 1 month+ | ELF loading, relocations, symbol resolution |
Learning Paths
- Hands-on runtime loading: Projects 1, 3
- Binary format mastery: Projects 2, 6
- Production-ready library design: Project 5
- Advanced workflow tooling: Project 4
Prerequisites
- Solid C programming
- Comfort with the command line and build tools
- Basic understanding of compilation and linking