C Setup Environment

This tutorial explains how to set up your computer to write, compile, and execute C programs. You'll learn the required tools and steps for different operating systems.

1. Install a C Compiler

The first step is to install a C compiler like GCC (GNU Compiler Collection) or any IDE that supports C programming.

2. Setting up on Windows

On Windows, you can use MinGW or install an IDE like Code::Blocks or Visual Studio. MinGW provides the GCC compiler for Windows.

# Install MinGW
1. Download MinGW from its official website.
2. Run the installer and select the GCC Compiler.
3. Add MinGW bin directory to the system PATH.

3. Setting up on macOS

macOS includes the Xcode Command Line Tools, which contain the GCC compiler. Use the following command:

xcode-select --install

4. Setting up on Linux

Most Linux distributions come with GCC pre-installed. If not, you can install it using your package manager. For example, on Ubuntu:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install build-essential

5. Verify Installation

After installing the compiler, verify it by running the following command:

gcc --version

6. Write and Compile a Test Program

Write a simple C program and compile it to test your setup:

#include 
int main() {
    printf("Hello, World!\\n");
    return 0;
}

Compile and run using:

gcc test.c -o test
./test

7. Conclusion

Once your environment is set up, you can start learning and building projects in C. Choose the tools and setup that work best for your workflow and platform.

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