🚀 Instant C++

Write, compile, and run C++ instantly in VS Code — no GCC or MinGW installation required.

Instant C++ is a beginner-friendly VS Code extension that removes the painful setup process of C++ development. Just install the extension and start coding.

✨ Features

✔ Run C++ programs with one click
✔ No manual compiler setup required
✔ Automatic compiler detection and setup
✔ Works inside VS Code terminal
✔ Beginner-friendly
✔ Lightweight and fast

How to Use

Install the Extension

Install Instant C++ from the VS Code Marketplace.

Open a C++ File

Create or open a file with the .cpp extension.

Run Your Code

You can run your program in three ways:

• ▶ Click the Run C++ button in the editor title bar
• ⌨ Press Ctrl + Alt + R
• 📦 Open Command Palette → Run C++ Program

The extension will:

1. Save the file automatically
2. Compile the program using C++17
3. Run it in the integrated terminal

What Happens Behind the Scenes

Instant C++ automatically:

• Detects your operating system
• Checks if a C++ compiler already exists
• If not, sets up a lightweight compiler environment
• Compiles using:

g++ -std=c++17 your_file.cpp -o your_file.out

No manual environment variables or PATH setup required.

Smart Error Handling

If compilation fails:

• Errors are shown clearly in the VS Code terminal
• You'll see exactly which line caused the issue

💻 Supported Platforms

• Windows
• Linux
• macOS (planned / partial support depending on toolchain)

Requirements

No external setup required.
Everything is handled automatically by the extension.

Extension Commands

Version

Instant C++ v1.0.0

� Ownership

This project is owned and maintained by Anon OSS.

It is proudly open-source and developed under the Anon OSS initiative to make development tools more accessible to everyone.

License

Open-source under the MIT License.

Support the Project

If this extension helped you, consider giving it a ⭐ on GitHub and sharing it with other learners.

Happy Coding! 🚀