Setting Up a Programming Environment for C/C++ on Linux

Introduction

• New series announcement on programming with C and C++ on a Linux platform.
• Focus on setting up programming environment using Ubuntu and Visual Studio Code.

Installing Visual Studio Code

Graphical Installation on Ubuntu

• Use Ubuntu Software Center for installation.
• Search for 'Visual Studio Code' in the application search bar.
• Visual Studio Code is available on multiple platforms (Linux, MacOS, Windows).
• Click 'Install' and authenticate with the administrative password.

Features of Visual Studio Code

• Lightweight source editor supporting various languages.
• Offers extensions for additional language support.

Exploring Visual Studio Code Interface

Welcome Page

• Offers help content, videos, tips, and tricks.
• Information on customizing the IDE and available commands.

Menu Options

• File: Manage files and workspaces.
• Edit: Undo, redo, cut, copy, paste.
• View: Customize appearance and editor.
• Go: Shortcuts for navigation.
• Debug: Start/stop debugging, manage breakpoints.
• Terminal: Build and run applications.
• Help: Access documentation and updates.

Left Panel

• Explorer: Manage projects, open/edit files.
• Search: Search across files with filters.
• Source Control: Integrate with repositories like GitHub.
• Debugging: Configure debugging settings.
• Extensions: Install add-ons to enhance functionality.

Installing Extensions

C/C++ Extension

• Enables debugging, code browsing, and auto-completion for C/C++.

Code Runner

• Supports multiple languages, facilitates building and running applications within the IDE.

Creating a C++ Program

Project Setup

• Open a folder to act as a project directory.
• Create a new file named main.cpp.

Writing a Simple C++ Program

• Include the iostream library.
• Define int main() function.
• Use std::cout to print "Hello World!" to the console.
• Return 0 to indicate successful execution.

Running the Program

• Save the file and use the play button to compile and execute.
• Output displayed in the terminal.

Installing Visual Studio Code via Terminal

Steps for Non-Graphical Installation

• Download the appropriate .deb package for Ubuntu.
• Use terminal commands:
  • sudo dpkg -i <package-location> to install.
  • sudo apt install -f to fix dependencies.
• Check installation by launching Visual Studio Code from the applications menu.

Conclusion

• Visual Studio Code is a versatile IDE suitable for various Linux distributions.
• Importance of following series for further tutorials.
• Encouragement to subscribe and provide feedback.