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Newbie wanting to learn about Programming Concepts on a Mac
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<blockquote data-quote="c1ph3rtxt" data-source="post: 1031390" data-attributes="member: 122664"><p>I am running Snow Leopard 10.6 </p><p></p><p>I am brand new to compiling code on a mac, what tools would I need to compile and make things work on my computer. Would I use Apple Developer Tools? My first mission is to install GhostScript to work with Scribus.</p><p></p><p>I do have knowledge, although very limited, to programming in C++ (using visual studio) and Java (using the Java Developer Kit, and JRE). I am no stranger to the *nix operating environments running line commands in the Terminal. I have taken college level classes on these as well as the programming languages listed above. However, programming is not my strong point but I would be more than willing to learn and experiment with it. I am a newbie on these topics when using a mac.</p><p></p><p>Also, are there any precautions that need to be taken with compiling? What about scripting? I just bought this iMac last year. I know misplaced/missing files and such can be disastrous to a system. </p><p></p><p>Shamefully, I am strictly a GUI user for now. Compiling and running applications from a line command have always intimidated me, but I would love to learn how to use them. </p><p></p><p>If someone could direct me to a tutorial or something on these topics that would be great. There's alot of information out there, I have Googled the subject before I posted this, but I want the most effective tools and answers.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="c1ph3rtxt, post: 1031390, member: 122664"] I am running Snow Leopard 10.6 I am brand new to compiling code on a mac, what tools would I need to compile and make things work on my computer. Would I use Apple Developer Tools? My first mission is to install GhostScript to work with Scribus. I do have knowledge, although very limited, to programming in C++ (using visual studio) and Java (using the Java Developer Kit, and JRE). I am no stranger to the *nix operating environments running line commands in the Terminal. I have taken college level classes on these as well as the programming languages listed above. However, programming is not my strong point but I would be more than willing to learn and experiment with it. I am a newbie on these topics when using a mac. Also, are there any precautions that need to be taken with compiling? What about scripting? I just bought this iMac last year. I know misplaced/missing files and such can be disastrous to a system. Shamefully, I am strictly a GUI user for now. Compiling and running applications from a line command have always intimidated me, but I would love to learn how to use them. If someone could direct me to a tutorial or something on these topics that would be great. There's alot of information out there, I have Googled the subject before I posted this, but I want the most effective tools and answers. [/QUOTE]
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