Simply Fortran 2.14 Released!

Approximatrix, LLC is happy to announce the release of Simply Fortran version 2.14. This latest version now includes GNU Fortran 4.9.0 along with the corresponding C and C++ compilers. In addition to the new version of the Fortran compiler, this release also incorporates an updated version of the GNU Debugger, transparent to the end user. The development environment received a number of performance improvements to reduce lag when editing based on user comments. The development environment can also now associate executables for launching with both shared and static library projects, another feature requested by users. This addition should make both developing and debugging libraries significantly easier and more efficient. The debugger now supports attaching to arbitrary processes to primarily support the debugging of user-developed libraries that are dynamically loaded by other programs. This feature allows users to, for example, debug Python, Ruby, or R native extensions from Simply Fortran's development environment.

Users should note that the new compiler included, GNU Fortran 4.9.0, uses an incompatible compiled module file format. Any projects relying on Fortran 90 or higher modules must first be cleaned, then built if using an earlier version of Simply Fortran. Furthermore, all SF Package Manager users should first update all installed packages to eliminate any possible compatibility issues after installing Simply Fortran 2.14.

The latest release is available on the Download page. If you find Simply Fortran useful, consider registering your installation to support its ongoing development.