I've installed TclDevKit 4.0.2 and ActiveTcl 8.4.16 to compile my Tcl scripts. The problem is that the .tbc files generated by the Tcl Compiler
are only usable with tbcload 1.7 and only for Tcl 8.5. The message in the installation dialog suggests to take the packages from an Tcl 8.4 distribution.
TDK 4.0 comes with support for both 8.4 and 8.5. The unversioned tclcompiler executable is for 8.5, and tclcompiler84 is for 8.4. If you are using TclApp and the checkbox for this, there is a version specifier combobox right next to it for your convenience. In addition, it will auto-detect the version of the basekit you are using.
How do I extend my Tcl Dev Kit (TDK) trial license?
Until the TDK 4 release, please extend your trial license by logging into your account at:
http://www.activestate.com/myaccount
If you do not have your password, one can be requested by clicking on "Forgot your Password?" underneath the sign in prompt.
Once signed in, click on "Downloads" at the top right hand side of your screen.
Click on "Download Free Trial" beside the product you wish to try.
A download wizard will pop-up and take you through the download and installation steps.
Where can I get past versions of the TDK? Is there an ftp server for the TDK?
You can get past versions of ActiveState products from our ftp server:
You can also access the ftp repository via the web at:
This can be useful if you are behind a firewall that does not allow ftp.
What is the Export Control Classification Number for the Tcl Developers Kit?
The Export Control Classification Number for TDK is EAR99 (self-classified). For a brief description of EAR99 and information on the difference between EAR99 and NLR (No License Required), see: