WCC: Windows Compiler Container

WCC is a portable, containerized C++ build environment. It allows you to compile Windows executables (.exe) from any directory on your machine without ever installing a compiler, CMake, or MinGW on your actual Windows host.

Features

• Zero Host Pollution: Keep your Windows install clean. All build tools stay inside Docker.
• Global Command: Run wcc from any project folder to trigger a build.
• Static Linking: Produces standalone .exe files that don't require extra DLLs.
• Cross-Platform Engine: Uses Linux-based high-performance tools to target Windows.

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Installation

1. Requirement: Ensure Docker Desktop is installed and running.

2. Download: Place the windows-compiler folder anywhere on your PC.

3. Setup:

   • Open Command Prompt (CMD) as Administrator.

   • Navigate to the folder and run:

     setup.bat

4. Restart: Close and reopen your terminal to refresh the PATH variable.

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Usage

To compile any C++ project, navigate to your project folder (which must contain a CMakeLists.txt) and run:

wcc

What happens?

1. Docker mounts your current directory to /src inside the container.
2. CMake configures the project using a hidden Windows toolchain.
3. Make compiles your source code.
4. A build/ folder is created in your project directory containing the compiled .exe.

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Project Structure Example

To work with wcc, your project should look like this:

my-project/
├── CMakeLists.txt
├── src/
│   └── main.cpp
└── include/
    └── my_header.h

Note: Your CMakeLists.txt should be standard. wcc handles the cross-compilation flags for you automatically.

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Uninstallation

To remove the global command, the Docker image, and clean your System PATH:

1. Open Command Prompt (CMD) as Administrator.

2. Navigate to the windows-compiler folder and run:

   uninstall.bat

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License

MIT — Feel free to use and modify!