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C++ Programming Language Installation Process

The document outlines the installation process for a C++ Compiler/IDE, including popular options like Microsoft Visual Studio, Code::Blocks, and MinGW. It provides step-by-step instructions for downloading, installing, and verifying the installation of the chosen compiler or IDE, as well as writing and compiling a simple C++ program. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for beginners to set up their C++ development environment.

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C++ Programming Language Installation Process

The document outlines the installation process for a C++ Compiler/IDE, including popular options like Microsoft Visual Studio, Code::Blocks, and MinGW. It provides step-by-step instructions for downloading, installing, and verifying the installation of the chosen compiler or IDE, as well as writing and compiling a simple C++ program. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for beginners to set up their C++ development environment.

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C++ COMPILER/IDE INSTALLATION PROCESS

Step 1: Choose a C++ Compiler/IDE

Popular options include:

- Microsoft Visual Studio

- Code::Blocks

- MinGW (GCC)

Step 2: Download the Compiler or IDE

For Microsoft Visual Studio:

1. Visit the [Visual Studio download page](https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/downloads/).

2. Click "Free download" under Visual Studio Community Edition.

For Code::Blocks:

1. Visit the [Code::Blocks official website](https://www.codeblocks.org/downloads/).

2. Download the version bundled with MinGW (recommended for beginners).

For MinGW (GCC):

1. Go to the [MinGW-w64](https://mingw-w64.org/doku.php) website.

2. Download the installer for Windows.

Step 3: Install the Chosen Compiler/IDE

Installing Visual Studio:

1. Run the downloaded installer.

2. Select the "Desktop development with C++" workload.

3. Follow prompts to complete the installation.

Installing Code::Blocks with MinGW:

1. Run the installer.

2. Follow the setup instructions; ensure the MinGW compiler is selected and installed.
Installing MinGW separately:

1. Run the MinGW-w64 installer.

2. Choose the architecture (64-bit or 32-bit).

3. Select the installation directory.

4. Once installed, add the bin folder (e.g., `C:\mingw-w64\bin`) to your system's PATH environment
variable.

Step 4: Verify the Installation

1. Open Command Prompt.

2. Type `g++ --version` and press Enter.

3. If installed correctly, you should see the version information.

Step 5: Write and Compile a Simple C++ Program

1. Open your IDE or a text editor (e.g., Notepad++).

2. Write a simple program:

```cpp

#include <iostream>

int main() {

std::cout << "Hello, World!" << std::endl;

return 0;

```

3. Save as `hello.cpp`.

4. Compile:

- Using command prompt, navigate to the directory containing `hello.cpp`.

- Run `g++ hello.cpp -o hello.exe`.

5. Run the program:

- Type `hello` and press Enter.

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