BUILD AN NEW C PROJECT AND PROGRAM - Code::Blocks and MinGW

Tested with Code::Blocks version 13.12

(Note: + precedes a selection or action you need to take.)

Start Code::Blocks

Use a Codeblocks icon on the desktop or use the Start button to find CodeBlocks + then double click it
+ Create a new project + Select: Empty Project + Click: Go
In the wizard:
+ Next
+ Type a project title for your new project
+ Do the following to select a folder:
+ select the ... button
+ select your name
+ select my documents; if you wish you may also select a subdirectory
+ OK + Next + Finish

Create the program source file

+ Select the NewFile icon + Empty File + yes
+ Type the file name .cpp + Save + OK

Type the program and save it

+ Type the heading comment and your program
+ Select the save icon

Build and run the program

+ Select the menu item: Build + Build and Run
+ Select the save icon
+ Correct any errors
+ In the execution window, press any key to close the window
+ Save + Build and Run again

Save the results

When you have tested your results several times successfully, run your program with the test data specified by the instructor to get the final results.

In the exeution results window: + Select the small icon in the top left of the window + Edit + Select all
+ Select the small icon in the top left of the window + Edit + Copy
At the end of your program, paste the results in a comment:

/* Execution results
+ right click here + Edit + paste
*/

+ Select the save icon

Print your program and turn it in

Do not print until you are satisfied the program is correct and the final results are included with the data specified by the instructor. Then print the program.