Re: Evaluating Ada compilers -- any experiences, tips?

[Jerry Petrey <jdpetreyNOSPAM@west.raytheon.com>]

Stephen Leake wrote:
> 
> mjsilva@my-deja.com writes:
> 
> > While we're waiting to see if we've made a convincing argument for
> > using Ada in our industrial controller proposal I'm back to looking at
> > compilers.  I've sent off info requests to all of the compiler vendors
> > I could find, but I'd like to hear any experiences or info (positive or
> > negative) with Ada toolsets regarding e.g. compiler quality, support,
> > long-term commitment to Ada, etc.
> 
> I've been very happy with ACT support for GNAT, and with GNAT itself,
> on a Windows NT target.
> 
> I've been very unhappy with Aonix support. The Aonix compiler is ok,
> but not as good as GNAT. The Aonix debugger is much worse than gdb.
> 
> But I strongly suggest you pick a different host. Windows NT boxes
> seem cheap, and are somewhat easy to administer. But they crash, and
> tools don't work as well. Ask the Ada vendor what their prefered host
> is, and get one of those. Then put Emacs on it, and you're all set.
> 
> --
> -- Stephe

I, too, have been extremely unhappy with Aonix support both for 
personal and professional systems.  GNAT is very good.  I use
Rational mostly in professional work and have always been happy
with them.


Jerry
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