How do I compile a .cpp source file into a .dll?

Question

How do I compile a .cpp source file into a .dll?

Answer 1

You have to compile cpp files into .obj files, then link them to produce a .dll.

Answer 2

A dll file is a library file, which is composed of many object files. This means you need to compile your .cpp file then combine it with any other files you need into the .dll.

Here's a tutorial I found with a quick google: http://www.icynorth.com/development/createdlltutorial.html

Answer 3

If you are compiling from the command line and have everything else right, then you need to specify /LD option.

If you are using Visual Studio, then you would need to create a DLL project right at the beginning.

You can find more details here: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms235636(VS.80).aspx