Compiler
The Compiler is an integrated development environment (IDE) for creating, editing, and compiling GPC scripts.
Features include:
- Syntax highlighting
- Find / Replace
- Real-time error reporting
- Bytecode size and memory usage analysi
- Debug output window
16-Bit vs 32-Bit Scripts
Legacy 16-bit scripts must be compiled using the Legacy 16-Bit Compiler.
Enable this option in:
Device Panel > Use Legacy 16-Bit Compiler
Use this only for older scripts that require compatibility.
Compiler Interface
Tab Bar
Displays all open GPC scripts.
- Drag and drop to reorder tabs
- An asterisk (*) indicates unsaved changes
Editor Window
Used to edit GPC source code.
Includes:
- Real-time syntax highlighting
- Text formatting
- Search functionality
Syntax highlighting improves readability and reduces coding errors.
Compiler Output
Displays compilation results for the active script.
Output includes:
- Errors
- Warnings
- Bytecode size
- Stack memory usage
- Percentage of memory used
Cronus Zen provides 8 × 32KB memory slots.
IMPORTANT: Warnings should be treated as errors. Even if compilation succeeds, warnings may indicate:
- Deprecated functions
- Out-of-range values
- Potential instability
Unresolved warnings can cause runtime issues or device error codes.
Compiler Menu
Font Size
Adjust editor font size via:
Compiler > Font Size
Default: 10
Compile (F7)
Compiles the active script without running it.
Used to verify:
- Errors
- Warnings
- Memory usage
Build and Run (F5)
Compiles the active script and loads it directly into device RAM.
The script runs immediately without programming a memory slot.
Commonly used for live testing with the Device Monitor.
Publish Script
Allows submission of a GPC script to the public GPC Library.
Requirements:
- Registered device
- Internet connection
Access via:
Compiler > Publish Script
This opens the publishing portal in your default web browser.