how do I compile in sharp develop (or visual studio)?
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26-10-2019 - |
Question
Is there a way to compile c# code w/in SharpDevelop (also applies to visual studio)? I am currently using DOS to do it, which seems inefficient.
EDIT: In other words, how do I do the equivalent of 'c:\windows\microsoft.net\framework\v2.0.50727\csc.exe /target:library /reference:ExcelDna.Integration.dll TestLib.cs' in sharp develop?
Solution
Let me count the ways (in Visual Studio - in SharpDevelop I bet you can look under the Build menu)
- Use the Build Menu and select Build Solution
- Hit F6
- Debug->Start Debugging (automatically will build first)
- Hit F5
- Right Click on Solution in Solution Explorer and select Build Solution
- Right click on project in Solution exploer and select Build Project.
and I'm sure there are more...
I do remember a long time ago I used to look for a way to actually compile a single file but then I quit looking. The syntax checker is so good (especially with ReSharper) that its not necessary, and the build process tends to be extremely fast.
EDIT --see comment
Here's a screenshot of the popup you can use to change a project from a Windows Application to a Class Library. If you are in a file from the project you can also get to this view by selecting the last item from the Project menu (it has your project name and the suffix Properties...)