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Description
Code::Blocks is a free, open-source Integrated Development Environment (IDE) that is cross-platform and primarily aimed at developers working with C, C++, and Fortran. Renowned for its lightweight architecture and modular design, Code::Blocks provides a customizable user interface that supports various compilers such as GCC, Clang, and Microsoft Visual C++. The IDE is equipped with an easy-to-navigate interface that includes essential features like syntax highlighting, code folding, auto-completion, and a powerful debugging environment that allows for breakpoints, variable inspection, and tracing the call stack. Additionally, Code::Blocks is highly customizable through the use of plugins, which enable developers to integrate functionalities such as version control, scripting capabilities, and custom build systems. Its combination of being lightweight, flexible, and compatible across different platforms makes it an excellent option for students, educators, and developers engaged in small to medium-sized C/C++ projects. Overall, Code::Blocks serves as a versatile tool that caters to a wide range of programming needs.
Description
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API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
C
Yes
C++
Yes
Python
Yes
Avalonia UI
No
JSON
No
LINQPad
No
LM-Kit.NET
No
List & Label
No
Loymark Kenuu
No
PDF Conversion SDK
No
Integrations
C
Yes
C++
Yes
Python
Yes
Avalonia UI
Yes
JSON
Yes
LINQPad
Yes
LM-Kit.NET
Yes
List & Label
Yes
Loymark Kenuu
Yes
PDF Conversion SDK
Yes
Pricing Details
Free
Open source
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
$45/user/month
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Code::Blocks
Founded
2005
Website
sourceforge.net/projects/codeblocks/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Microsoft
Founded
1975
Country
United States
Website
www.microsoft.com
Product Features
Code Editors
API
No
Auto-Complete
Yes
Code Folding
Yes
Column Editing
Yes
Customizable Themes
Yes
Debugging
Yes
Formatting / Table Editing
Yes
Keyboard Shortcuts
Yes
Multi-Monitor Editing
Yes
Syntax Highlighting
Yes
WYSIWYG
Yes
IDE
Code Completion
Yes
Compiler
Yes
Cross Platform Support
Yes
Debugger
Yes
Drag and Drop UI
Yes
Integrations and Plugins
Yes
Multi Language Support
Yes
Project Management
Yes
Text Editor / Code Editor
Yes
Text Editors
API
No
Auto-Complete
Yes
Code Folding
Yes
Column Editing
Yes
Customizable Themes
Yes
Debugging
Yes
Formatting / Table Editing
Yes
Keyboard Shortcuts
Yes
Multi-Monitor Editing
Yes
Syntax Highlighting
Yes
WYSIWYG
Yes
Product Features
Code Collaboration
Audio Conferencing
No
Chat / Messaging
No
Code Review
No
Discussion Threads
No
IDE Integration
No
Remote Control
No
Remote Pair Programming
No
Screen Sharing
No
Video Conferencing
No
Code Editors
API
No
Auto-Complete
No
Code Folding
No
Column Editing
No
Customizable Themes
No
Debugging
No
Formatting / Table Editing
No
Keyboard Shortcuts
No
Multi-Monitor Editing
No
Syntax Highlighting
No
WYSIWYG
No
Game Development
2D
Yes
3D
Yes
Analytics
Yes
Animation
No
Asset Management
No
Drag & Drop
No
IT Asset Management
Yes
Network Management
No
Physics
No
Player Management
No
Prototyping
No
Virtual Reality
No
eCommerce
No
IDE
Code Completion
No
Compiler
No
Cross Platform Support
Yes
Debugger
No
Drag and Drop UI
No
Integrations and Plugins
No
Multi Language Support
No
Project Management
No
Text Editor / Code Editor
Yes