Setup 02 - Visual Studio

Install

To start, go to the visual studio website and download VS Community 2015. It's completely free, but limited to personal use.

Open the installer, and you should see a screen like this.

Under custom install, check Visual C++. You can install other components if you wish.

Creating a Project

Once the install is finished, create a new project:

Choose console application and name your project:

You should get this window:

Select empty project:

Your project should now be created.

Adding Files

To add a file:

Select C++ file and enter the file name:

Write a hello world program:

You are now ready to build your project.

Build

Hit F7 or select build:

Hit F5 or select start debugging:

Your program should run: