Thanks a lot for the suggestions! If I decided to install GCC, how would I update it? Can I write a batch file to use the compiler instead of typing the commands on the command line? The good news is that I don't intend to program user interfaces, but I would like to build libraries to share.
On 4/22/14, LB <[email protected]> wrote: > Hi Kevin, > > Steve is right, using an earlier version is best for now, like many > other scripting languages, you have to use the most stable and proven. For > the MSVcrt stuff keeps changing because Microsoft wants to force you to use > there latest, in other words, pay more money. > > I found the 2010 version is OK to use, but like Steve said, I ended up > using the command line of C++ to write all my course homework and my > instructor was using a Mack and the only thing that was a problem was saving > the text version of the uncompiled in ANSI, text format for his computer did > not like Unicode format...which studio did not care, converted it > automatically. > > But 2008 is the most stable for using the C++ controls and 2010 is also > OK to a certain point, just make sure you have all versions of the MSVCRT > versions to be able to use standard controls in the version you are using; > most cross over compiled formats use the earlier versions... > > Do you know how to get the command line up and running? There is a > little trick in that, moving one file to the location of usage or compiling > of your programs. > > Bruce > > Sent: Tuesday, April 22, 2014 7:35 AM > Subject: Re: Question On C++ Compiling. > > > Kevin, > > In terms of accessibility, I've found VS 2008 to be the best since it was > the last version to use standard Win32 controls. The newer versions are > usable for the most part, but certain elements like the form designer are > cumbersome. > > Depending on your end goal, you might also consider invoking the compiler > system through the command line. The native compilers and MSBUILD systems > are all available in the console, though admittedly it can be tricky to get > them to work as seemlessly as you would find in the VS IDE. > > If you're looking for alternative compilers, GCC works from the console, and > IDEs like Code Blocks work reasonably well. We have not tested other > compilers to see if they work with COM, so you're likely on your own if this > is what you're after. > > HTH, > Steve > > > -- > Stephen Clower > Product Support Specialist & App Development > GW Micro, Inc. > 725 Airport North Office Park > Fort Wayne, IN 46825 > (260) 489-3671 > www.gwmicro.com > > >> On Apr 22, 2014, at 5:05 AM, Kevin Morales <[email protected]> >> wrote: >> >> Hello Everyone, >> >> Does anybody know of an accessible to program in C++ 11 besides Visual >> Studio. >> If so, do you mind sharing a few tips as to how to go about installing >> such tools. >> Thanks in advance. >> >> -- >> Jesus Kevin Morales > > > --- > This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus > protection is active. > http://www.avast.com > > -- Jesus Kevin Morales
