Hey,
How do I install Eclipse for C
Please send links and helpful tips.
Thanks
Need an easy install
• Steps involved
• SDK with all the libraries and stuff I'll need
• Variable path setup
• Anything else that may surprise a noob
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I've never used Eclipse for C or C++ (I have only used it for Java) and I'm guessing its just a simple install: http://www.eclipse.org/downloads/packages/eclipse-ide-cc-developers/heliosr As far as I know, everything you'll need comes pre-packaged and configures itself as part of the installation. You'll need the JRE if you don't have it though.
Glenn Nelson
2010-07-03 03:47:11
@Glenn Nelson, thanks. I've done some of the Java installs is why I ask. Could it really be that simple?
VideoDnd
2010-07-03 04:00:25
Well the commenter below says there are some config details that are screwy. I'm donwloading the C/C++ version and seeing how it works myself. I'll let you know how it goes.
Glenn Nelson
2010-07-03 16:37:17
Alright, I went through and installed everything and just tried a simply Hello, World! program and it was acting all wacked out.
Glenn Nelson
2010-07-03 16:57:37
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I use the following plug-in which allows me to develop in both C and C++ Eclipse CDT
There are tutorials and instructions on how to download on the website, so if you have any other questions, let me know!
Paul Reisert
2010-07-03 03:48:54
@Paul Reisert, it's asking me to instal a toolbell, Gygwin etc. @daveangel was right about it not being a easy and clear install.
VideoDnd
2010-07-03 21:15:49
I assume then that you're running Windows? I'll try to make this as easy as possible. I'm actually using MinGw's version of 'make' for developing. A link to the auto installer of MingGW can be found here if interested: http://sourceforge.net/downloads/mingw/Automated%20MinGW%20Installer/MinGW%205.1.6/MinGW-5.1.6.exe/ After installing that, in Eclipse, I selected Project->Properties->C/C++ Build. You will see under 'Builder Settings' that there is an option for 'Build command'. In the build command, I use 'C:\mingw\bin\mingw32-make.exe'(no quotes) to allow me to compile in C. Hope this helps
Paul Reisert
2010-07-04 06:09:43
Update: I was just stumbling upon some of my favorite links and happened to find one on "HOW TO: Use CDT and MinGW for Eclipse (i.e. develop C/C++ applications in windows)" Hopefully this will help you, as it has nice steps for setting up your environment! http://yongshin.blogspot.com/2005/11/how-to-use-cdt-and-mingw-for-eclipse.html
Paul Reisert
2010-07-05 10:07:39
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I suggest going with MS Visual C++ express instead especially if you are on Windows. The reason is that getting the GNU C compiler installed with Eclipse on Windows is a real pain. I did it once and don't even remember since it's a bit of work to get Cygwin — which provides a Linux®-like environment on Windows installed. Not as easy and clear as it should be i.e. not just a point and click install like Eclipse with Java. I have a feeling not many people try installing it on Windows since the install documentation seems more geared towards the Linux where with many distro's gcc is already installed or a simple install.
daveangel
2010-07-03 03:49:51