C Get Started

Get Started With C

C is a powerful and versatile programming language that forms the foundation of many other languages. It's known for its simplicity, efficiency, and direct access to hardware, making it a popular choice for system programming, embedded systems, and performance-critical applications.

Here's a breakdown of getting started with C:

• Text Editor: You'll need a text editor to write your C code. Simple options like Notepad or TextEdit will work, but dedicated editors like Code::Blocks, Sublime Text, or Visual Studio Code offer additional features like syntax highlighting and code completion.

• Compiler: To translate your C code into machine-readable instructions, you need a compiler. Popular options include GCC (GNU Compiler Collection) and Clang. Many text editors come with bundled compilers.

• There are many text editors and compilers to choose from. In this tutorial, we will use an IDE (see below).

C Install IDE

•Choose your IDE: Based on the factors mentioned above, select the C IDE that best suits your needs.

• Download the installer: Visit the official website of your chosen IDE and download the latest installer for your platform.

• Note: Web-based IDE's can work as well, but functionality is limited.

• Run the installer: Follow the on-screen instructions to install the IDE. Some installers might offer custom options like selecting specific components.

• Set up your environment: Configure any necessary compiler or interpreter settings (usually handled automatically by most modern IDEs).

• You can find the latest version of Codeblocks at http://www.codeblocks.org/. Download the mingw-setup.exe file, which will install the text editor with a compiler.

C Quickstart

• Create a new project: Start a new project within the IDE and write your C code.

• Open Codeblocks and go to File > New > Empty File.

• Write the following C code and save the file as myfirstprogram.c (File > Save File as):

my firstprogram.c

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {

printf("Hello CodeLines!");

return 0;

}

Output

Hello CodeLines