New To Linux Programming.

[zb0S216C]

I've never programmed in a Linux environment before and I want to start today. I will be using a virtual machine( Linux: Xange ). I wanted to know how I can get started. What IDE should I use? Can I still use the GNU GCC compiler?

Thanks.

[JoR]

Yes, most people use GNU GCC (g++ for c++). If you want an IDE, you can try CodeBlocks but I prefer using Makefiles and the gedit texteditor.

[Bazzy]

http://www.cplusplus.com/forum/articles/7263/

[zb0S216C]

Thanks for both of your replies.