How do I set up a C web server?

How do I set up a C web server?

To set up a C web server, you'll need to use libraries like libmicrohttpd or CivetWeb. Do you have a specific library in mind?

I think I'll use libmicrohttpd. What are the basic steps?

First, install libmicrohttpd. Then, create a simple C program that initializes the server, sets up request handlers, and starts listening on a port.

Can you provide a sample code snippet?

Sure! Here's a basic example:

#include <microhttpd.h>

int main() {
    struct MHD_Daemon *daemon;
    daemon = MHD_start_daemon(MHD_USE_INTERNAL_POLLING_THREAD, 8888, NULL, NULL, &answer_to_connection, NULL, MHD_OPTION_END);
    if (daemon == NULL) return 1;
    getchar();
    MHD_stop_daemon(daemon);
    return 0;
}

This sets up a server on port 8888.

What about handling GET requests?

You can handle GET requests by defining a function that checks the request method and responds accordingly. Would you like to see an example?