C compiler for C extensions

Ensure you have a C compiler and linker to compile your C-Extensions.

Applications using C extensions, need a C compiler and linker to build the C extension library that will be loaded by the runtime system.

C compiler On UNIX™ platforms

On UNIX platforms, you need a cc compiler on the system where you create the C extension libraries. Some systems may not have a C compiler by default. Make sure you have a C compiler on the system.

C compiler On Microsoft™ Windows™ platforms

On Windows platforms, it is mandatory to install Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 (also known as Visual C++ 10.0) on the system where you create the C extension libraries.

C compiler On Mac OS X™ platforms

On Mac OS X platforms, it is mandatory to install XCode 6.1, on the system where you create the C extension libraries.