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6. Forget C++

Reply to Leith (Original post)

Tue Apr 20, 2021, 10:20 PM

Apr 2021

Naw, forget C++, learn Python instead! I'm only 1/2 kidding, C++ is almost a historical language now.

And you kinda forgot to mention what platform you'll be using. If you've got a spare HDMI monitor and USB keyboard/mouse, then a Raspberry Pi can be a lot of fun (and runs Pi-hole too). If you've got any Linux box, then the compiler comes with it. If you've got a Mac, then Xcode is free (and omg learn Swift!). If you've got a Windows machine ... well, good luck!

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Can anyone recommend a good C++ compiler to download for free? [View all] Leith Apr 2021 OP

my solution lapfog_1 Apr 2021 #1

gcc and clang are excellent and widely available RavioliMan Apr 2021 #2

I'm currently migrating from GCC to clang. Clang is next generation tech so I'd give it the edge nt Shermann Apr 2021 #5

look up cygwin/g++. Free and better than MS compiler for windows. Pobeka Apr 2021 #3

I would definitely second that.nt. drray23 Apr 2021 #4

Forget C++ CloudWatcher Apr 2021 #6