One-Click-Compiler

One-Click-Compiler is a graphical interface designed to make compiling, running, and testing C++ projects (with OpenCV) effortless. It removes the need for command-line operations by offering a single-window workflow for building and executing projects using CMake + NMake in Visual Studio 2022.

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Table of Contents

1. Overview
2. Features
3. Prerequisites
4. Installation
5. Running the Application
6. Usage Guide
7. Tips

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Overview

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Features

• One-Click Build – Compile your C++ project with a single click using CMake + NMake.
• Environment Checks – Quickly confirm that Visual Studio C++ tools and OpenCV are correctly configured.
• Live Terminal Output – Monitor compilation in real-time within the interface.
• Run / Stop Controls – Start or terminate your compiled program without extra steps.
• Incremental Builds – Only rebuild changed files, saving time on repeated builds.

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Prerequisites

Before installing, ensure the following are set up:

1. Python 3 – Download here

   During installation, enable "Add Python to PATH".

2. Visual Studio 2022

   • Install the Desktop development with C++ workload.

3. OpenCV

   • Download from OpenCV Releases

   • Extract and set the environment variable:

     OPENCV_DIR = C:\opencv\build
     

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Installation

Step 1 – Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/SARATH062005/One-Click-Compiler.git
cd One-Click-Compiler

Step 2 – Install Dependencies

pip install customtkinter

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Running the Application

From the project directory, run:

python main.py

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Usage Guide

1. Check Requirements (Optional)

   • Click Check Requirements to verify your build environment.

2. Select Project Path

   • Choose the root folder containing your CMakeLists.txt.

3. Set Executable Name

   • Enter the exact .exe name generated by your CMake configuration. Example:

     HoleDiameterDetection.exe
     

4. Build the Application

   • Click Build Application.
   • Watch the live compiler output.

5. Run or Stop the Application

   • Use Run Application to start your program.
   • Use Stop Application to terminate it instantly.

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Tips

• The application remembers your last used project path and executable name.
• Always ensure your OPENCV_DIR environment variable points to the correct build folder.
• Incremental builds are faster after the first compilation.

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