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# Code::Blocks

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> Code::Blocks is an open-source integrated development environment (IDE), which helps developers design, launch, and manage coding for C, C++, and Fortran languages. The multi-platform capabilities allow users to create, compile, and debug source codes on Linux, Mac, and Windows operating systems.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.3/5** by 47 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.3/5** | 47 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 3.7/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Code::Blocks

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Code::Blocks is available for free.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Collaboration Tools
- Compatibility Testing
- Custom Development
- Data Import/Export
- Data Modeling
- Debugging
- For Developers
- Graphical User Interface
- Integrated Development Environment
- Mobile Development
- Pre-built Templates
- Reporting/Analytics
- Software Development
- Third-Party Integrations
- Version Control
- Web App Development

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base

## Category

- [App Development Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/370/application-development/software)

## Related Categories

- [App Development Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/370/application-development/software)
- [Integrated Development Environment Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/3767/integrated-development-environment-ide/software)

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1. [Jira](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/9953/jira) — 4.4/5 (15314 reviews)
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3. [Microsoft Visual Studio](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/100377/microsoft-visual-studio-online) — 4.6/5 (3004 reviews)
4. [GitHub](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/90537/github) — 4.8/5 (6155 reviews)
5. [IntelliJ IDEA](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/125123/intellij-idea) — 4.7/5 (1256 reviews)

## Reviews

### "A great IDE for the beginner and the senior" — 4.0/5

> **Nadyan** | *27 July 2021* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Code::Blocks was one of the first IDE I used and the interface and the compiler configurations are very easy to understant and switch in case of some custom compilations.
> 
> **Cons**: The debugging tools are a little less effective than other IDEs in the market.
> 
> I first started using Code::Blocks in my computer science grad school and it was very helpful. Since there I used it a long time and all my needs were satisfied.

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### "Good IDE for development." — 5.0/5

> **Khush** | *17 June 2022* | Research | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: The GUI is nice for learning development of programming.
> 
> **Cons**: Sometimes the software can be laggy and can glitch.
> 
> Good.

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### "Easy to start your coding career, but with awful UI\!\!" — 3.0/5

> **Emilija** | *29 November 2022* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: It is easy to get started  with programming.
> 
> **Cons**: It has awful and outdated UI, the UX is terrible\!

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### "A fantastic IDE that is useful for development" — 5.0/5

> **Aditya** | *19 February 2023* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: It has a very simple and intuitive interface. Several more capabilities, including keymap customizations, editor themes, and debuggers, are also included with the IDE. The majority of my team members enjoy using the IDE because of how straightforward and user-friendly it is.
> 
> **Cons**: When the software I needed to work on C++ coding did not open, it was frustrating. Its UX is also poor.
> 
> All things considered, Code::Blocks is a great option for anyone searching for a free, simple to use, and flexible IDE for programming. It's an excellent tool for programmers at both the novice and advanced levels thanks to its straightforward design, support for numerous programming languages, and potent features.

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### "Code::Blocks an awesome software for new developers" — 5.0/5

> **Jaroth** | *27 April 2022* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I really like and love the way that provide differents tools and options for new developers and the way that you can use those tools and functions to learn while you are programming, code::blocks have a great graphic interface to start and learn the way that this kind of software works.
> 
> **Cons**: I like least that some functions and some tools, for the people that know how to use this kind of software can be annoying and it doesn't helps to make that the users prefer this software.
> 
> My experience was absolutely great and good, I really love this software

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