How do I install the boost library to my MinGW compiler?

Question

I\'m compiling from the command line using g++ on a Windows MinGW installation. How do I get boost...conceptually or if it is easy...what do I need to download and install?

Answer 1

I spent hours searching for a good solution for Boost 1.54. If you already have MinGW and you're just looking for instructions on compiling the binary boost libraries, try this:

1. From your boost_X_XX_X directory, go to

   .\tools\build\src\engine
   

   and type:

   build.bat mingw
   

2. This will create a folder called bin.ntx86 or bin.ntx86_64 depending on your architecture. Add this directory to your PATH environment variable.

3. Return to your boost_X_XX_X directory and type:

   bjam toolset=gcc
   

This worked for me on my system. I'd be interested to know if other systems have trouble with these instructions.