GNU/Linux Rocky 9 Install Ninja – Step by step Guide
How to Install Ninja on Rocky 9 GNU/Linux desktop – Step by step Tutorial.
The Ninja build system is a lightweight and high-speed tool designed for compiling large projects efficiently on Linux environments.
Installing the latest Ninja on Rocky Linux 9 ensures maximum performance, faster builds, and full compatibility with modern CMake workflows.
Key Features:
- Ultra-fast builds optimized for performance
- Lightweight and minimal dependencies
- Seamless integration with CMake
- Cross-platform support across Linux, macOS, Windows
- Designed for large-scale projects with complex dependencies

1. Update System
First, update packages to ensure you have the latest tools:
sudo dnf update -y
2. Install Dependencies
You need wget and unzip to download and extract Ninja:
sudo dnf install wget unzip -y
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