MinGW is a special program that gives users the ability to create applications for Windows. The development environment includes the basic development tools and provides access only to the runtime components offered by Microsoft.

Overview

You can use the software solution to build apps that run on Windows operating systems and do not depend on components from third parties. One of the most important instruments is a ported version of the GNU Compiler Collection that allows you to transform the source code. It is possible to compile content in C, C++, ADA and Fortran languages.

Create apps

In order to create an application you are able to use a variety of tools included in the package. For example, it is possible to work with an assembler and an archive manager. You can make final touches to your project with a command line installer and a GUI wrapper.

Bottom line

MinGW is a development utility designed to be used by software creators on Windows. It is necessary to mention that they can choose to work with it under other operating systems to build apps for deployment on the Microsoft OS. Alternatively, you may try such programs as RStudio, Eclipse, CUDA or Appium.

Features

free to download and use;
compatible with modern Windows versions;
gives you the ability to develop applications;
you can use an assembler and manage archives
allows you to compile code in a various languages;
it is possible to design the installer and the GUI.