Issue with Foreign Function Interface (FFI) and Graphics in Version 12.27 Console (Win_64)

[luizmoura1]

Hello SmallBASIC Team,

I am experiencing persistent issues with SmallBASIC version 12.27 (Console Win_64, Apr 26 2024) on Windows 10/11. I am trying to use the Raylib plugin, but I've encountered several roadblocks that seem related to the interpreter's core handling of external libraries and internal modules.

Technical Environment:

OS: Windows (AMD64)

Version: SmallBASIC 12.27 Console Win_64

Library: libraylib.dll (confirmed to be in the path/folder)

The Issues encountered:

FFI Syntax Errors: When attempting to use export or dlopen within a unit, the interpreter frequently returns Variable is NOT an array or Undefined SUB/FUNC code: EXTERN, even when following standard documentation for plugin headers.

Case Sensitivity/Symbol Lookup: Even after confirming via binary inspection that a symbol exists (e.g., INITWINDOW), the interpreter fails to link it, returning Export symbol 'INITWINDOW' not found.

Core Modules Missing: Surprisingly, the native graphics command returns Undefined SUB/FUNC code: GRAPHICS in this specific Console Win_64 build, preventing even basic non-plugin drawing.

Process Hang: Some attempts to load external DLLs results in a hanging cursor (infinite loop) without any error output or window initialization.

Could you clarify if the 12.27 Win_64 Console build has known limitations regarding the Graphics module or if there is a specific requirement for the libraylib.dll architecture (32 vs 64 bit) and naming convention (StdCall/Cdecl) to work with this version?

Best regards,
Luiz