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Conditional Compilation

Learn how to use preprocessor directives to compile code conditionally.

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Conditional Compilation

Conditional compilation allows code to be included or excluded based on specific conditions.

In this lesson, you will learn:

  • How to use #ifdef and #ifndef for conditional compilation.
  • How to use #if, #else, and #endif to control compilation flow.
  • How conditional compilation helps create platform-independent code.
Conditional Compilation — illustration 1

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Using #ifdef and #ifndef

The #ifdef directive includes code only if a macro is defined.

Example:

#ifdef DEBUG printf("Debug mode enabled\n"); #endif

The #ifndef directive works oppositely, including code only if a macro is NOT defined.

All lessons in this course

  1. Understanding the C Preprocessor
  2. Macros and Inline Functions
  3. Conditional Compilation
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