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Automatic date update in version.in

The build system's bfd/version.h now has an automatic date update.

This commit automates the date update in bfd/version.h. This ensures the build system reflects the correct date, improving build reproducibility and traceability.

In Details

Updates the date in bfd/version.h via an automated process.

For Context

This commit focuses on improving the build process for the Binary File Descriptor (BFD) library. BFD is a crucial part of the binutils collection, providing a common interface for manipulating different object file formats. This change ensures that the version information within BFD is automatically updated during the build, making it easier to track changes and ensure consistency.

Filed Under: bfdbuildautomation