Just want to compile some source code

[MichiganDavid]

Hi. I downloaded an example program to connect with a USB interface that I am playing with, and I have no idea how to compile it. I have Xcode installed on my Mac (running OS X 10.4.11), and I've opened the C source file in Xcode, but the compile option is grayed out. I tried creating a new project and adding the source file to the project, but I still can't compile it. I also tried compiling from the Terminal using gcc, but I don't know where to put the custom header file or how to tell gcc where to look for it.

I'm a novice programmer; I just want to compile this example program and then start modifying it for my purposes. Thanks for any help you can provide.

 

[Kaveman]

I'm picking this guy is long gone, but if not:

Are you wanting an application to access the USB device?

 

[MichiganDavid]

Wow, I'm surprised to see a response to this thread! My need has long since expired, but I thank you for the reply. I was eventually able to accomplish my task.

Take care.

 

[Kaveman]

Great.
Linking in C code is one of those, OMG how does this work things. But once you get it, it seems to just work;-)