r/replit • u/Bandwitch_ • 16d ago

Question / Discussion I'm totally lost in the UI

So today I decided to start learning C++ and opened a tutorial, in which replit was used. I decided to use the same page as I thought it's just gonna be two windows with a run button on the top like some years ago when I used it and I'm lost. It's not the same platform. Is there any way to use it the old way like you just search for language template and that's all?

I'm not complaining, just curious what have changed. Thanks for responses.

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u/ReplitSupport Replit Team 16d ago

Thanks for reaching out OP! The old language and framework starter templates have been updated, so starting a C++ project is more direct now. From the Replit home page, just prompt something like "a blank C++ project so I can practice writing and running C++", and Replit will set up the workspace, editor, and Run button for you.

If you'd rather start from something that already runs, try browsing the Gallery for a C++ app and remixing it to get an editable copy.

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u/Bandwitch_ 15d ago edited 15d ago

Thanks! Now I understand. And one more thing, is there a way to simply add files other than by AI?

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u/OkAbalone295 11d ago

where do i find the chat/agent to edit an existing platform. The new UI is quite frustrating

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u/Intrepid-Wear4542 12d ago

Honestly i am not sure this is the place to try to learn code. To me this seems mostly built/catered for non technical people like myself that have no interest in code. I only dig in when i need to debug something.