How to Set Up C Compiler

To set up a C language compilation environment, you need to install the following main tools and software:

1. Install a C language compiler: You can choose to install the GNU GCC compiler, which is a free open-source compiler that is suitable for most platforms. You can install it on Linux using a package manager or on Windows by installing MinGW (Minimalist GNU for Windows) to use GCC.
2. Install a text editor: You can choose to use any text editor to write C language code, such as Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text, Atom, etc.
3. Set up the compilation environment: Configure the compiler path in the command line or integrated development environment (IDE) to ensure that the compiler can be invoked in the command line or IDE.
4. Write and save C language code: Use your chosen text editor to write C language code and save it as a file with a “.c” extension.
5. Compile and run code: use a compiler in the command line to compile your code, generate an executable file, and then run this executable file to view the output.

By following the above steps, you will be able to set up a complete C language programming environment and start writing, compiling, and running C language programs.