Unlocking the Power: Your Quick Guide to Running C Files in Terminal

New to C and struggling to execute your code? Fear not! Running C files in the terminal is simpler than you might think. This guide will get you started in minutes.

First, you'll need a C compiler. GCC (GNU Compiler Collection) is a popular and widely available option. If you don't have it, install it using your system's package manager (e.g., `apt-get install gcc` on Debian/Ubuntu or `brew install gcc` on macOS).

Once GCC is installed, navigate to the directory containing your `.c` file using the `cd` command in your terminal. Then, compile your code using the following command:

`gcc your_file_name.c -o your_executable_name`

Replace `your_file_name.c` with the actual name of your C file and `your_executable_name` with the desired name for your executable file. This command translates your human-readable C code into machine-executable code.

Finally, to run your compiled program, type `./your_executable_name` (replace `your_executable_name` with the name you chose earlier) and press Enter. Voila! Your C program is now running.

This basic workflow empowers you to compile and execute C code directly from your terminal, unlocking a powerful tool for learning and development.