[Python-Dev] Building Python with Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition

[Christos Georgiou]

I didn't see any mention of this product in the Python-Dev list, so I 
thought to let you know.

http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/express/visualc/download/

There is also a link for a CD image (.img) file to download.

I am downloading now, so I don't know yet whether Python compiles with it 
without any problems.  So if anyone has previous experience, please reply.

PS
This page ( 
http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/express/support/faq/default.aspx#pricing ) 
says that if you download it until Nov 7, 2006, it's a gift --the Microsoft 
VC++ compiler for free (perhaps a cut-down version).

Bits from the FAQ: 
http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/express/support/faq/default.aspx

4. Can be used even for commercial products without licensing restrictions
40. It includes the optimizing compiler (without stuff like Profile Guided 
Optimizations)
41. Builds both native and managed applications (you 99% need to download 
the SDK too)
42. No MFC or ATL included