{"id":13033,"date":"2023-03-18T23:20:38","date_gmt":"2023-03-18T23:20:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/?p=13033"},"modified":"2023-03-18T23:20:38","modified_gmt":"2023-03-18T23:20:38","slug":"unleash-the-power-of-fortran-with-this-sneaky-visual-studio-hack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/unleash-the-power-of-fortran-with-this-sneaky-visual-studio-hack\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Unleash the Power of Fortran with This Sneaky Visual Studio Hack!&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_49 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-67778ed052243\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-67778ed052243\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/unleash-the-power-of-fortran-with-this-sneaky-visual-studio-hack\/#Perplexing_and_Bursting_An_Introduction_to_Using_Fortran_in_Visual_Studio\" title=\"Perplexing and Bursting: An Introduction to Using Fortran in Visual Studio\">Perplexing and Bursting: An Introduction to Using Fortran in Visual Studio<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/unleash-the-power-of-fortran-with-this-sneaky-visual-studio-hack\/#Install_the_Fortran_Compiler\" title=\"Install the Fortran Compiler\">Install the Fortran Compiler<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/unleash-the-power-of-fortran-with-this-sneaky-visual-studio-hack\/#Install_Visual_Studio\" title=\"Install Visual Studio\">Install Visual Studio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/unleash-the-power-of-fortran-with-this-sneaky-visual-studio-hack\/#Create_a_Fortran_Project\" title=\"Create a Fortran Project\">Create a Fortran Project<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/unleash-the-power-of-fortran-with-this-sneaky-visual-studio-hack\/#Understand_Fortran_Syntax\" title=\"Understand Fortran Syntax\">Understand Fortran Syntax<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/unleash-the-power-of-fortran-with-this-sneaky-visual-studio-hack\/#Write_and_Run_a_Fortran_Program\" title=\"Write and Run a Fortran Program\">Write and Run a Fortran Program<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Perplexing_and_Bursting_An_Introduction_to_Using_Fortran_in_Visual_Studio\"><\/span>Perplexing and Bursting: An Introduction to Using Fortran in Visual Studio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Install_the_Fortran_Compiler\"><\/span>Install the Fortran Compiler<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In order to begin working with Fortran in Visual Studio, it is paramount to first install a Fortran compiler. There are a variety of compilers to select from, allowing you to tailor your choice to your own needs and preferences. The most popular options include Intel Fortran, GNU Fortran, and Silverfrost FTN95. Visit each individual compiler&#8217;s respective website to begin downloading and subsequently installing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Install_Visual_Studio\"><\/span>Install Visual Studio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After acquiring the necessary Fortran compiler, you will then need to augment your skills with Visual Studio. This integrated development environment (IDE) is essential in supporting multiple programming languages, including Fortran. Download from Microsoft&#8217;s official website and ensure you select the optimal version that supports Fortran before integrating.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_a_Fortran_Project\"><\/span>Create a Fortran Project<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Upon acquiring both the Fortran compiler and Visual Studio, you can then commence the process of creating a Fortran project. It is important to follow the steps illustrated below:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open Visual Studio.<\/li>\n<li>From the File menu, select New > Project.<\/li>\n<li>In the New Project dialog box, select Fortran located in the Installed Templates section.<\/li>\n<li>Indicate the type of Fortran project you are interested in initiating (i.e. Console Application, Windows Forms Application).<\/li>\n<li>Select the name of your project and opt for a location to save it.<\/li>\n<li>Click the Create button.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understand_Fortran_Syntax\"><\/span>Understand Fortran Syntax<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The syntax of Fortran vastly differs from most other programming languages. It is key to have a grasp on the basic features outlined below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fortran uses fixed-format syntax where every line of code has a precise length and arrangement.<\/li>\n<li>Fortran keywords use uppercase letters (examples include &#8220;PROGRAM&#8221;, &#8220;INTEGER,&#8221; and &#8220;END&#8221;).<\/li>\n<li>Fortran possesses a variety of data types for a range of information, such as INTEGER, REAL, and COMPLEX.<\/li>\n<li>Fortran also has built-in functions and subroutines such as &#8220;SIN&#8221;, &#8220;COS&#8221;, and &#8220;SQRT&#8221; for mathematical operations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Write_and_Run_a_Fortran_Program\"><\/span>Write and Run a Fortran Program<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After completing the process of creating a Fortran project and understanding its syntax, you can start writing your very first Fortran program. Here is a simple example of a program that adds two numbers together:<\/p>\n<p><code><br \/>\n    PROGRAM SUM<br \/>\n    IMPLICIT NONE<br \/>\n    INTEGER :: A, B, C<br \/>\n    A = 5<br \/>\n    B = 7<br \/>\n    C = A + B<br \/>\n    PRINT *, 'The sum of', A, 'and', B, 'is', C<br \/>\n    END PROGRAM<br \/>\n<\/code><\/p>\n<p>To execute this program, follow the steps below:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Save the program as either a .f90 or .f95 file in the project directory.<\/li>\n<li>From the Debug menu, select Start Without Debugging or press the F5 key.<\/li>\n<li>The program will compile and run, displaying its output in the Operation window.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>In conclusion, delving into the world of Fortran in Visual Studio is an excellent method of creating a wide range of scientific and engineering applications. By following and practicing the aforementioned steps, you can establish a great foundation on this programming language, explore more advanced features, and eventually design your own innovative Fortran applications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Perplexing and Bursting: An Introduction to Using Fortran in Visual Studio Install the Fortran Compiler In order to begin working with Fortran in Visual Studio,&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":12142,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[3297],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Visual-Studio-ULTIMATE-GUIDE-How-To-step-by-step-Tutorial.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13033"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13033"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13033\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13973,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13033\/revisions\/13973"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12142"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13033"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13033"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13033"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}