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2005-03-16 08:33:41 AM
delphi246
Hi,
I would like to use C++ code in Delphi. The C++ code is being developed by another project so porting it to Delphi is out of the question.
I've read the article that describes how to use C++ DLLs in Delphi. However, I'd like keep the Delphi program stand-alone so the users can just copy the .exe without worring about copying the DLLs. Is there anyway to do it? (eg. somehow statically link the DLL inside the Delphi's .exe)
I appreciate any suggestions.
 

Artur Kedzierski writes:
into Delphi. It is possible however, to link C .OBJ files:
rvelthuis.bei.t-online.de/articles/articles-cobjs.htm
Thanks Rudy <g>
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"Artur Kedzierski" wrote
program startup, check for the existence of the file, and if not present
extract it. For this to work you need to bind to the dll dynamically. Not
pretty, but does accomlish the goal of "users can just copy the .exe."
bobD
 

Artur Kedzierski writes:
as well, but can not find the exact data anymore. Someone in this group
pointed me to it.
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It also depends on the C++ compiler being used IIRC. Borland and MS produce
.obj files in different formats (COFF and OMF).
The two don't mix natively either.
Here's the FAQ for a tool that will turn a DLL in to a static library. It
mentions using the lib in Borland C++ so there may be tools to convert
between formats.
www.binary-soft.com/faq.htm
It might be worth looking in to further.
Vince Bartlett
"Artur Kedzierski" <XXXX@XXXXX.COM>writes
 

"Artur Kedzierski" <XXXX@XXXXX.COM>writes
just copy the .exe without worring about copying the DLLs. Is there anyway
to do it? (eg. somehow statically link the DLL inside the Delphi's .exe)
into C++ Builder (if they are using Builder). Works pretty well actually
(caveat: I haven't tried it on large projects however).