Complete Modern C++ - Blocks Installation

The video tutorial guides students on using Code Blocks with a C 1114 compliant compiler. It covers downloading and installing Code Blocks and MingW, configuring the IDE, and setting up the toolchain executables. The tutorial also explains how to create a console application project, compile it, and run the code. Key steps include choosing the correct MingW distro, configuring compiler settings, and ensuring the language standard is set to C-14.

What platforms is Code Blocks available for?

• Mac only

• Windows only

• Linux and Mac only

• Windows, Linux, Mac

Why is it recommended to download Mingw separately instead of using the built-in compiler in Code Blocks?

• Mingw is more expensive

• Mingw is easier to install

• The built-in compiler does not support many C library features

• The built-in compiler is faster

Who is the creator of the Mingw distro mentioned in the tutorial?

• Bill Gates

• Stephen Lovey

• Linus Torvalds

• Steve Jobs

What should you do if the compiler executable names differ in the Mingw distro?

• Reinstall Mingw

• Change the names in Code Blocks settings

• Ignore the difference

• Use a different IDE

What language standard should be chosen in the compiler settings for this setup?

• C-14

• C-11

• C-99

• C-17

What type of application is created in the tutorial?

• Web application

• Console application

• Mobile application

• Desktop application

What is the final step to run the compiled code in Code Blocks?

• Click on 'Run'

• Click on 'Compile'

• Click on 'Debug'

• Click on 'Build'