Installing vcpkg on Windows

An introduction to C++ package managers, and a step-by-step guide to installing vcpkg on Windows and Visual Studio.

Ryan McCombe
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Using vcpkg with Non-MSVC Compilers
Can I use vcpkg with other compilers like MinGW or Clang on Windows?
Updating vcpkg and Installed Packages
How can I update vcpkg and the installed packages to the latest versions?
Using vcpkg with CMake Projects
How can I integrate vcpkg with my CMake projects on Windows?
Choosing the vcpkg Installation Directory
Does the location where I install vcpkg matter? Are there any best practices?
Managing vcpkg with Version Control Systems
Should I include the vcpkg directory in my version control system?
Using vcpkg with Continuous Integration Systems
How can I use vcpkg in a continuous integration (CI) environment?