aqt

The C++ based cross-platform framework Qt seems to have received yet another dedicated installer. This time, we're talking about a minimal CMD-based installer that will download the components directly from the developer's site without any GUI, going by the name aqt (Another Qt Installer). This means that although minimal, the installation process is slightly more difficult in terms of operation. If you're used to CMD-based apps, you shouldn't really have any issues.

Don't mistake the fact that the app is pretty basic with how easy it is to operate. As it happens, running this particular program will make newcomers feel a tad uncomfortable. Regardless, the app will show a series of commands that can be launched in order to have a solid starting point. The app itself can be used in CI environment. It can be used to download prebuilt Qt binaries and other files if these are present on the official site.

There are two specific commands with lots of variations, two subcommands, and some optional arguments. The most important are the commands, the precise way for installing the app itself, and its components. Various options that allow you to update the binaries can be launched via specific commands.

The same goes for the subcommands which can be used to either install or list specific components. Valid examples are provided for easier understanding. Lastly, the extra options provide help and guidance in terms of launching any of the above-mentioned tasks.

If you find yourself constantly using this specific C++ based framework and would like to have a fast way of installing it, without any complex GUIs getting in the way, aqt should be the right tool for the job, at least as long as you can cope with the CMD-based operation policy, which shouldn't be a problem for more advanced users.