Used MinGW for Windows?


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MinGW gives developers a way to build native PC applications. It's a port of the GNU Compiler Collection for Windows. If you're after a stable environment for compiling, it's worth a look.
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  • Pros

    • Supports C, C++, Fortran, Ada, Java, Pascal, and more | Essential 64-bit support with MinGW-w64 | Actively maintained headers track new APIs | Includes Winpthreads for C++11 threading | Used by big names like Blender and VLC
  • Cons

    • Learning everything can be a challenge | The name doesn't exactly roll off the tongue | Competitors have a more user-friendly experience | Documentation could be better, honestly | Still feels like a toolkit from another era

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GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
5.1.6
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows 98
  • Windows 98 SE
  • Windows ME
  • Windows 2000
  • Windows XP
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38
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