How to write Ackis Modules in D

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Description

This page is meant as a how to guide for the beginner Ackis D Module Programmer. The intention is to write this from a beginner level. No claims are made that this is the only way to approach writing an ackis Module.

Setup

  • Have a flavor of linux running
  • Install build-essentials
  • Install gdc 4.3.1
    • This is necessary in order to install dsss
    • There is no install package for this, you will need to download the source, compile, and install
  • Install dsss

About each component

  • D is a programming language very similar to C++.
  • GDC is a front end D interface for GCC. This will translate the D syntax into something the GCC compiler can understand.
  • DSSS is a simple way to build your files. It will read through all of your 'import' lines in your code so that all you'll need to do is type "dsss build" in the same directory as your D program, and it will output your compiled program