Error While Compiling In Remix During Tutorial

Question

During a tutorial on my first compile I received this error:

:1:1: Parser error: Expected import directive or contract definition. pragma solidity ^0.5.12; ^

What's that about? How do I fix it? I'm an absolute beginner with ready to make his first dapp with illustrated assets and marketing ready to go.

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Answer 1

You need to choose the right compiler version.

On the right sidebar you can see your current compiler version.

The compiler version must match the number used in the pragma solidity!

Expand the dropdown and choose 0.5.12 nightly.

You should probably downgrade to a full commit version like 0.5.11 commit.

I hope this helps!