Online Compiler and Laptop

[BogdanNik]

Hi all,

I am planning on taking this course in the next several weeks and I have 3 questions:
1. Can I get through this course by using an online compiler? I ask because I use my work's laptop mainly now, and installing VB would require submitting a ticket.
2. If not, is Visual Studio the way to go?
3. What laptop/laptop specs do you recommend for the best programming experience?

Thanks!

 

[ExSan]

ASUS Strix Hero

 

[APalley]

Can I get through this course by using an online compiler? I ask because I use my work's laptop mainly now, and installing VB would require submitting a ticket.
2. If not, is Visual Studio the way to go?

Web based compilers will not be adequate to properly develop in C++. You'll need a physical compiler. VS is strongly recommended for the course.

 

[Daniel Duffy]

Go for VS. You won't regret it.

 

[alittlegreenpixie]

@APalley
The link to download VS https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/errorpages/smarterror.aspx given by the FAQ is not available. How could I install VS? Thank you.

 

[Wei Tao]

@APalley
The link to download VS https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/errorpages/smarterror.aspx given by the FAQ is not available. How could I install VS? Thank you.

Try this:
Thank you for downloading Visual Studio 2017

 

[alittlegreenpixie]

Try this:
Thank you for downloading Visual Studio 2017

Thank you very much, Tao~

But my computer is macOS, can you help me find a resource? Thank you again!!

 

[Wei Tao]

Thank you very much, Tao~

But my computer is macOS, can you help me find a resource? Thank you again!!

Unfortunately, Visual Studio doesn't support C++ language on Mac. I would suggest to find a Windows machine for this course. You may find this post useful:
Just finished the online C++ course, here's some tips for fellow coursemates