CodeSnip

Oftentimes, developers create code with specific functionality that can be recycled in various applications and require a repository to save them for later use. It is targeted at Pascal language, Delphi and Free Pascal flavors in particular.

CodeSnip is a simple manager for code snippets that can also connect to an online database to help you share your code with others or to find pieces of code from other developers.

The interface is simple and intuitive thanks to the explorer-like layout. It allows you to organize the entries by category, by the type of the snippet or alphabetically.

You can also find the desired pieces with little effort and support for tabs enables you to open multiple projects in the same screen.

Adding a new code snippet to the repository is a simple task that involves giving it a name, adding a description and the code itself. Additional details can be appended, such as dependencies, cross-references and units.

Moreover, the application also sports a section for compiling the results using a selected compiler that is also available on the system.

Additional functionality available in the program refers to backing up the database, just to be on the safe side should something happen. A restore function is included in the package.

CodeSnip offers the possibility to customize supported compilers that are present on the machine. The operation involves pointing it to the executable file of the compiler, adding or editing switches and editing log entries for warnings, errors or fatal errors.

Setting up the program is not too difficult and includes options for adjusting the view of the treeview panel, the appearance of the snippets in the details section or, more importantly, code formatting and syntax highlighting.

CodeSnip is an easy solution for managing pieces of code. It includes test-compiling functionality, tab support for navigating the database and looking at multiple entries. It can store snippets according to their kind (routine, simple type, constant, class/advanced record, unit or freeform code).