Setting up Haskell

In order to avoid build troubles, and to make sure everyone is using the same set of dependencies, we have set up a recent version of GHC and associated tools in the course account. To use it, type 3141 into a CSE terminal:

$ ghc --version 
The Glorious Glasgow Haskell Compilation System, version 7.6.2
$ 3141
newclass starting new subshell for class COMP3141...
$ ghc --version
The Glorious Glasgow Haskell Compilation System, version 8.2.2

For the assignments and exercises, the cabal build tool is available and has been configured to work with a shared package database for all COMP3141 students. Be sure to follow the CSE instructions if you want to use it.

Note: For Mac users, we recommend Haskell for Mac, available on the Mac App Store. You can obtain a free license key from the lecturer in charge.

All assignments and exercises will come with build instructions. If you are using this setup, follow the instructions for HfM users.

Alternatively, if you prefer to make use of command-line tools, you can follow the same instructions as for other users, below.

We recommend installing the stack build tool for Haskell. Once this is done, the entire compiler toolchain can be installed just by typing stack setup. This should work on Linux, Windows and Mac. Alternatively, the compiler and toolchain can be installed from distribution package managers on Linux, but these are often out of date or configured incorrectly.

All assignments and exercises will come with build instructions. If you are using this setup, follow the instructions for stack users.