I need to install Xcode 3 on my MacBook Pro (so I can install Haskell Platform). I can't upgrade the MBP to Snow Leopard (10.6), but the Xcode 3 available for download from http://developer.apple.com/mac/ requires 10.6. Is there a version of Xcode 3 that will work with Mac OS X 10.5.8? Where do I find it?
My MacBook Pro was provided by my employer (which is why I can't upgrade to Snow Leopard), so I don't have access to the discs that came with it.
(Note, I moved this from https://superuser.com/questions/112629/where-can-i-find-a-version-of-xcode-3-that-will-run-on-mac-os-x-10-5/112630#112630 after noticing I had accidentally posted it there.)
Now, the latest version which would work with 10.5.8 seems to be 3.1.4. It is really hard to find on the Apple site. After logging in, you may be able to access this page: http://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa/wo/5.1.17.2.1.3.3.1.0.1.1.0.3.3.3.3.1
Search for "3.1.4", or try this direct link: http://adcdownload.apple.com/Developer_Tools/xcode_3.1.4_developer_tools/xcode314_2809_developerdvd.dmg
You have to login to get to the link, so I don't think I can send you a direct link.
Does this work for you?
https://connect.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MemberSite.woa/wa/getSoftware?bundleID=19897
It is tough to find on the site, but here's how:
go to http://developer.apple.com
Click "Resources" at the top of the page
Under OSX click "Downloads"
Uncheck all options but Developer Tools and type "XCode" into the search bar. You will find all versions under this search.
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I can't install Xcode 4. I have some files that I need to open in Xcode 4. However, when I try to install it, it says "Xcode Install Assistant cannot be installed on this disk. The version of OS X is too new." How can I make it think I'm on Lion or Mountain Lion?
Here is a picture:
Download it in the App Store - it's the newest version and looks like the disc you have doesn't support Mavericks.
I feel tired of these preposterous answers. I think that if you want to stick to an older version of something, you should be able to. Also, I don't think software like XCode 4 are that old anyway.
But, to the point: I think XCode 4.6.3 is compatible with Mavericks. I am not sure about previous 4.6.X, but I think none of them work.
Any versions prior would require a previous operating system. I think you could try using pacifist to install the version you want, but I haven't found any guides.
If your problem is with project compatibility, in XCode 5 there is an option to save the project in a way it is compatible with XCode 4.6, and I suppose 4.6 offers a similar option to save in a version prior. Of course, you may need to adapt the code of the projects accordingly. Usually I try to stick with the Snow-Leopard-compatible code, because it compiles fine in all XCode 4.X and 5.X versions.
You can download any of these from the developer website.
I would try partitioning the disk and installing an older Mac OS X. I work with Snow Leopard and Mavericks in the same Mac. I usually do interface tasks in SL and the rest on Mavericks. The other advantage is that I have both XCode 4.2 and 3.2.6 in the same machine, so I can manage some backwards compatibility. =D
Older threads mention that there is a download for Xcode for Snow Leopard listed in the Xcode downloads on https://developer.apple.com/downloads/index.action?name=Xcode if you are logged-in as an enrolled iOS developer - but I can't see it.
A comment on this thread has a direct link to the download, but clicking on the link redirects to an "Access Denied" error page:
https://stackoverflow.com/questions/7662246/cant-download-xcode-4-for-snow-leopard-anymore
you can refer to here. or if you have a good internet connection, try to download via torrent. here is the link. link for xcode via torrent.
Your Required software is available at this link, https://developer.apple.com/downloads/
Currently Xcode 4.2 is on 6th page.
Please note: OS X 10.6.8 (snow leopard) is now TOO OLD to publish an app.
You need a mac with OS X 10.8 (mountain lion). Apple have not maintained backward compatibility: the minimum versions of Xcode or Application Launcher needed to meet the app store requirements won't run on 10.6.8.
You can develop, test and simulate with your old mac, but ultimately to build and publish your app you'll need a newer Mac.
I have just bought a macbook air 11" with Lion 10.7. I installed xcode 3.2.5 on it. But its not working. Xcode is installed, consuming much space but I cannot see it in applications. Somewhere I heard that xcode 3 will not work on Lion 10.7, only xcode 4 is compatible on this os. Is it really true? I tried removing xcode 3 but efforts go worthless. What should I do to uninstall it?
For Xcode, you want to use scripts provided with Xcode to remove it completely. Open a terminal window and invoke /Developer/Library/uninstall-devtools. Alternatively, you can just drag the Developer folder to the trash, but I don't think that removes everything that gets installed by the installer.
And no, Xcode3.2 won't work (entirely right) under Lion. You need Xcode4, v4.2 being the most recent with the iOS5 SDK. And if you want to submit anything to Apple, you'll need 4.2 (i.e. the latest released tools) anyway, at this point.
I would use this utility. It's always worked better than the traditional way to "unistall" applications form OSX
http://appzapper.com/
The reviews have always been good for this app.
I'm planning to buy Mac OS Lion, but I would like to know some informations.
- Are Snow Leopard's apps compatible with Lion?
- Are apps compiled with Xcode for Lion compatible with Snow Leopard? What if these app uses popovers/fullscreen which are features of Lion?
xCode requires a full download (the full 5*ish GB) and if you are a Java guy you will have to re download Java as it is not included (this was my experience when opening eclipse for the first time in Lion).
Some of Snow leopards apps are compatible, not all (ppc apps will not work). It is probably best to check with the software vendor first.
Another thing your Library folder disappears on an upgrade among some others where Lion is trying to 'Protect' its users. To get round this simply enter the command into terminal. (replace username with your username and foldertoreveal with the hidden foldername)
chflags nohidden /Users/Username/FolderToReveal
The upgrade process other wise has been fine. For reference I am an Obj C /C++ /C and Java developer. Hope this helps
Also will link you to this post about Developing Java on Lion:
Stack Overflow post on Java in Lion
A very good list of compatible applications is available at RoaringApps. I highly recommend checking for your favorite editors/IDEs/etc there.
Of note:
TextMate: "Works fine," but there are some issues
BBEdit: "Works fine"
iTerm2: "Works fine" (minor interface bugs)
And of course, Apple's tools require an upgrade to XCode 4.1.
As far as developing with the new APIs in Lion, you can explicitly target a specific version of OS X for compatibility. When building for 10.6, those new APIs will not be exposed during compilation and you will get warnings about unrecognized selectors if you try to use them.
So far what I've noticed :
- make sure you install XCode 4.1 (not the same as 4.0, it's a free separate download), which fixes the Python includes mess
- go to terminal and type "java", this will trigger the download of the Java runtime
But I chose to avoid the burden of fixing all libs by going with a clean install of Lion (from a USB key)
cvs stopped working for me, but downloading Xcode seemed like an unnecessarily heavyweight fix. Adding /Developer/usr/bin to my PATH fixed it for me.
I just tried to upgrade my xcode tools on my mac running 10.5.8, but I didn't realize that the latest version of xcode will only run on snow leopard. I can't find the older version of xcode that would work on my work machine. Where can I get a leopard compatible version of xcode?
Xcode downloads for Leopard (10.5) are no longer shown on the main Xcode page.
However, prior versions are available from the Downloads for Apple Developers page.
Once you have logged in, you can enter "Xcode 3.1.4" in the search field at the top left and hit Enter.
Another alternative is to download it using the interwebs (probably easier and faster than from Apple). The file is called xcode314_2809_developerdvd.dmg and here are some numbers:
143639af09af993d1f6ea45319ddcca0cf65df72 (sha1)
1107ccc98c79afb501f04f9ff1412a98 (md5)
Google is your friend.
Here is the linkk for Xcode 3.1.4 i found:
Xcode 3.1.4
(you need to be logged in as Apple Developer)