README.md

C++-Based Interpreted Language

Overview

This repository is dedicated to the development of a C++-based interpreted language. The main branch contains the essential file/class skeletons, test cases, and various miscellaneous files related to the language, such as the parse tree and grammar. All other branches are dedicated to specific expansions of the language.

Branch Information

• main: Hosts all file/class skeletons, test cases, and miscellaneous files about the language (e.g., parse tree, grammar).
• Other branches: Contain expansions of the language.

How to Run on Your Machine

Prerequisites

1. Visual Studio Code (VSCode)
   • Install the latest version of VSCode: Download VSCode
2. GitHub Account
   • Create a GitHub account if you don't have one.
   • Contact the current project leader with your GitHub username to be added to the organization.

Setup Instructions

1. Open VSCode
2. Install the C/C++ Extension
   • Go to the Extensions tab on the left sidebar.
   • Search for "C/C++" and install the extension by Microsoft.
3. Install a C++ Compiler
   • Windows: Install g++/gcc via MinGW. Follow the installation instructions: MinGW Installation Guide
   • macOS: Install Clang. Follow the installation instructions: Clang on macOS
   • Linux: Install g++/gcc. Follow the installation instructions: GCC on Linux

Verify Your Setup

1. Create a Simple Program

   • In VSCode, create a new file (e.g., hello.cpp or test.cpp).

   • Write the following code:

     #include <iostream>
     
     int main() {
         std::cout << "Hello, World!" << std::endl;
         return 0;
     }

2. Save the File

3. Compile the Program

   • Open the VSCode terminal and type the following command:

     g++ [your_program_name_here.cpp] -o test

4. Run the Program

   • In the terminal, run the compiled program:

     ./test

5. Check the Output

   • If "Hello, World!" appears in the terminal, you've successfully installed the compiler and configured your environment.