Using new MS C++ compiler with old Visual Studio
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05-09-2019 - |
Question
I want to use a recent MS C++ compiler (I need TR1) with old IDE (Visual C 6.0). I heard that I can download free command line MS C++ compiler only. Is it possible? Can I use new compiler with old IDE? If so what additional problems may arise?
I want to keep VS6 cause I'm familiar with it. I want to use MS implementation of TR1 cause I expect it to be faster than Boost.
Solution
You can actually download a free version of the new IDE, the Express Edition. It has a few limitations compared to the non-free versions (e.g. no plugin support) but for most applications it's still vastly superior to VS6.
OTHER TIPS
Visual Studio versions will install side by side quite happily.
Just avoid double clicking on solution files (this will open the latest), instead open from the correct version.
Have you considered using Boost.TR1?