If I try to create a program, do I need a compiler or I can use notepad? I'm new to this "world".

Answer 1

for C++ you need a software
and for web programming like JavaScript Css and Html you can use it in Notepad.

Answer 2

A compiler simply executes your code and creates an executable for it that you can run in your computer and supply input to and get output. For compiling C++ codes, you need a compiler in your local PC.

Notepad, can be used to write C++ codes which can then be given to the compiler for generating the output. Thus, notepad will not be able to run your codes for you and it is a must to have a compiler.

The compiler is used to compile codes from notepad, using the command line.

Although, one can use an IDE, which binds the compiler to a user friendly interface. In an IDE, the user can write codes and compile them using interactive features like buttons. Also, during code writing, an IDE offers code completion, syntax marking, auto brace completions, color markings for different keywords, shortcuts to compile codes, etc. Some C++ IDEs include Code::Blocks, Visual Studio, DevC++, CLion, etc.

Also, you may visit :

codecondo.com/top-10-ide-for-c-and-cplusplus-for-programmers

Answer 3

Thank you so much. :)