Using alternative compiler on windows
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- Python
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Description
I would like to see the ability to use alternative compilers on windows, other than msvc. for example using llvm-mingw as a compiler.
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Research direction
The issue does not name files, tests, or an entry point. Start by locating how distutils selects and invokes the Windows MSVC compiler, then determine the scope needed for llvm-mingw support. Done would mean an alternative Windows compiler can be selected and used successfully, with coverage for the supported configuration.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- python
- Domain
- build-system, operating-systems
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 5/5
- Estimated time
- Over a week
- Activity status
- Quiet
- Clarity
- Needs clarification
- Newbie friendliness
- 35/100