How to Compile a C File Using Tiny C Compiler

Create and save a C file.,Open up the terminal or command prompt , Change the directory to the C file. , Compile the C code., Run the program.

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Create and save a C file.

    Do something simple like printing "Hello LifeGuide Hub".
  2. Step 2: Open up the terminal or command prompt

    ,, Type tcc
    -o hello hello.c in the terminal or command prompt.

    This will generate a program called hello in the same directory.

    The
    -o parameter specifies the name and location of the output file. , From the terminal type ./hello or in the command prompt type hello.exe.
  3. Step 3: Change the directory to the C file.

  4. Step 4: Compile the C code.

  5. Step 5: Run the program.

Detailed Guide

Do something simple like printing "Hello LifeGuide Hub".

,, Type tcc
-o hello hello.c in the terminal or command prompt.

This will generate a program called hello in the same directory.

The
-o parameter specifies the name and location of the output file. , From the terminal type ./hello or in the command prompt type hello.exe.

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