CLion DLL Example

This is a free to use CLion DLL Example. Use it for litterly anything but give credits.

Examples how to use it

• You can use that repo to learn making .dll's
• You can learn something about CMake

Use Visual Studio Toolchain

Additional Information

• Toolchain Configuration: Ensure your toolchain is set to Visual Studio. Without this, many standard library functions will not function as expected.
• Mappings:
  If your project involves games like Minecraft, where mappings are necessary, use MCP Mapping Viewer. This project uses the stable_22 mappings. Make sure to apply the correct mappings for your specific use case to avoid errors. What are mappings?
  Mappings translate obfuscated code or names (common in modding or reverse engineering) back into human-readable names. Applying the correct mappings helps you understand and modify the code more easily.
• Using Windows-Specific Libraries:
  If you want to use Windows API functions like PlaySoundA, ensure your CMakeLists.txt includes the following line:

  target_link_libraries(Example PRIVATE winmm)
  

If You're Not Using the Visual Studio Toolchain

Using GCC/MinGW toolchains on Windows might limit support for certain C++ standard library features. These adjustments ensure compatibility.

• You can not use std::cout << "Random text \n"; instead use printf("Random text \n");
• Using Strings: Avoid using std::string random;. Instead, opt for: char* random;

Why Choose CLion Over Visual Studio?

• Although Visual Studio is popular, here are several reasons to consider CLion:
• Better Organization: CLion's project structure and interface are more intuitive, especially if you're familiar with other JetBrains products like IntelliJ IDEA.
• Superior Refactoring: CLion's refactoring tools are reliable and user-friendly, which is essential for maintaining clean code.
• Enhanced Functionality: CLion offers advanced coding tools, better CMake integration, and features like code analysis and navigation.
• Robust Package Management: CLion simplifies dependency management with a powerful package manager.
• Smaller Project Files: CLion’s project files are typically smaller and more manageable than those created by Visual Studio.
• CLion adds your created files to your CMakeLists.txt automatically, so you dont have to.

Im a JetBrains kid but still clion is better even if i would not be!

Getting Started

To get started with this project, you'll need to have the following installed:

• Jetbrains CLion 2024.1
• Visual Studio 2022 for the Toolchain

On the Visual Studio 2022 Installation u need to choose Following individual installations

Workloads:

• Universal Windows Platform development

Individual:

• MSVC v143 - VS 2022 C++ x64/x86 build tools (v14.38-17.8)
• MSVC v143 - VS 2022 C++ x64/x86 build tools (Latest)
• Windows 11 SDK (10.0.22621.0)
• C++ CMake tools for Windows
• IntelliCode

Once you have Clion and the parts above installed, go in Clion u might download some Plugins you know from IntelliJ because they may be on Clion also. Then go in the settings and add a new Toolchain > Build, Execution, Deployment click on the + then select Visual Studio and select your installation path. Then right under Toolchains is "CMake" and click twice on the + until Debug and Release shows up. Click on Release and make sure the Toolchain is selected to Visual Studio.

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