does anyone know about a free compiler?

Question

Does anyone know about a free compiler?

Answer 1

For what language?



GCC (Gnu Compiler Collection) is a free, open source compiler for C, C++, Objective C, Java, Ada, and Fortran.



http://gcc.gnu.org/



For Java alone, every compiler is free. You can get the official Sun one at:



http://java.sun.com

Answer 2

1. microsoft visual studio express. but it's licensed so you can't make open source programs. read the EULA before coding!



2. borland c++ 5.5.1 32-bit command-line windows compiler. practically no help except from http://msdn.microsoft.com but comes with a debugger thankfully. older (2006) compiler, no TR1, C++ and STL are old.



3. mingw (32-bit, older version, no TR1) and mingw-w64 (better, 32+64-bit, has TR1, maybe Boost) . this is my choice of compilers. makes small executables. using my gw.cmd batch file, it can make windows 7/vista-compatible programs, and make the exe's monolithic.



see the page below, try pages in navigation to get the compilers and resources to make the compilers easier, and make mingw vista/7 compatible. have wrapper batch files to make compiling easier.

Answer 3

I assume you mean C compiler.



The GNU compiler is free, mainly used under linux, and you can also download visual studio express for windows for free :-



http://download.cnet.com/Microsoft-Visual-Studio-Express-Edition/3000-2251_4-10538914.html