This is where many people become confused. Notice that the download is a zip file and NOT an exe. Choose any mirror (the first listed will be fine) to begin the download. Make sure you choose the version that matches your operating system! If you’re unsure whether you have 32- or 64-bit, look under Control Panel>System and Maintenance>System.Īfter clicking the link, you’ll be taken to a Download – Mirror Selection page. Look down the list for “Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers” and find the Windows 32 Bit/Windows 64 bit links on the right. The first thing you need is the Eclipse download file from. Continue on once you have Java installed on your machine. At any rate, the installation process is fairly straightforward.
Otherwise, if you want to develop in Java, visit the same link to find the Java Development Kit (JDK) download. First, you can simply install the Java Runtime Environment (or JRE) by going to. If you’re new to these terms, don’t fret it’s not complicated! You have two options. Even if you don’t want to develop in Java, Eclipse will need a JVM (Java Virtual Machine) to work.
NOTE: This tutorial is based on Windows 7, though installations on other previous versions of Windows is likely to be the same or very similar.Įclipse is a java-based program. Therefore, I decided to write up a quick tutorial that worked for me. However, installing Eclipse can be a bear, especially for those new to the development world. However, many developers prefer Eclipse for its open-source roots and large collection of plugins. Netbeans has typically been my go-to IDE. IDEs offer many helpful features, from color-coded syntax to in-line debugging auto-complete features. Whether you’ve just decided to learn C/C++ or you’ve been developing for years, using an IDE (Integrated Development Environment) can make your life so much easier.
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