C++ Compiler DONE

Mmmm... Cocks...

So I started a basic computer course at college.

Well, I thought it was just basic stuff, turns out it's a C++ course. The computers at the school have MS Visual Studio or something of that nature. I commute so I'm looking for a decent free ware compiler that I can use at home to do my projects on.

I was thinking I'd just grab one off download.com or google but I remember at one point we had a whole thread on C++ problems so I figured I'd ask around.

Thanks guys.

FyreWulff

You could grab the Express version.

http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/express/

You can also download Borland's compiler for free, but beware that it's command-line only.

mrcheesypants

Dev-C++ is the one I use. You might want to use Visual C++ Express though.

clsCorwin

Visual C++ Express edition is free to download. Its what I use.

Here: http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/express/visualc/download/

mrcheesypants

You know it just occurred to me that I don't know why I use Dev-C++ instead of Visual C++ express. I'm going to switch compilers.

Jimmy King

I'm going to have to third VC++ Express. That's going to be the closest to what your school has without spending the money on a full VC++ or VS.

Alternatively, if you want to, your school may provide a discounted version of VC++ or VS. Back when I went to school the first time I picked up JBuilder 2 Pro for $100 in the school book store. No differences that I can remember between it and the $500+ non-student edition.

Mmmm... Cocks...

Oh wow - that was quick.

I guess I'll stick with the express version. I have no money other wise.
Guess it'll be just like the school one nearly as well.

Thanks guys.

His Corkiness

If your school does use Visual Studio, it's a very good idea to use it at home as well. Otherwise you'll have to go through the trouble of recreating projects in your other compiler, using a different UI, making sure your compiler supports everything you've used at school, etc.