Backend Development

The backend is a native C++ application that provides runtime services, media processing, inference integration, APIs, and event output.

Build Entry Points

Use the documented build scripts rather than ad-hoc commands when validating changes:

• scripts/build_cpu_windows.ps1 for Windows CPU validation;
• scripts/build_sophon_package.sh for target release package creation;
• CMake configuration for lower-level development workflows.

CMake Options

Important options include CPU backend selection, ONNX Runtime integration, Sophon-related runtime integration, and optional model guard linkage. Confirm release defaults before documenting them as stable.

Tests

Run the available test target after configuring the matching build directory. If tests require runtime resources or hardware, document the requirement in the test plan.

Code Style

Follow existing C++ formatting and naming conventions. Prefer small service-oriented changes that keep API, media, flow, and model boundaries clear.