TurboCPP is a repository that presents a version of the classic Turbo C++ IDE made compatible with modern Windows editions (Windows 8, 10, 11). Essentially, it revives a legacy development environment that many students or enthusiasts still prefer for simplicity or nostalgia, packaged for current systems. The repository includes installer or distribution artifacts, compatibility wrappers, and sometimes tweaks to make it work under modern OS constraints. It allows users to run and compile old Turbo C++ programs without needing legacy virtual machines or DOS emulators. While it does not match modern compilers in standards compliance, optimization, or language features, its attraction lies in compatibility with educational or legacy codebases. The project targets hobbyists or learners who want to revisit old C++ assignments or retro programming without abandoning newer system environments.
Features
- Provides Turbo C++ (classic IDE) packaged so it is compatible with newer Windows versions like Windows 8, 8.1, 10, 11
- Has installer or a distribution / download link for full version for these Windows OSs
- Includes system requirement info (e.g. .NET framework requirement for older OS versions)
- Supplies some documentation and screenshot to show what the IDE looks like on modern Windows
- Licensed (it has a license file) for redistribution etc.
- Has at least some release history / versioning (though limited)