How to quickly code and run small C# code

Question

There are times when I want to test new code from the forums or when I need to help my friends with specific C# problem. The problem is I don\'t want to create new \"project\" i

Answer 1

Have a look at Introducing the Microsoft “Roslyn” CTP.

The "C# Interactive" window is perfect for this.

Answer 2

You can try using ScriptCS. It uses the Roslyn compiler to create a scripting language using C#.

Answer 3

I always keep a copy of Express Edition running; this can execute and debug projects without needing a proper file location (as long as you don't hit save). Does the job for me...

Answer 4

you could have a look into C# Scripting.

C# scripting

this is ment to allow you to build fast scripts without the use of the IDE.

HTH

bones

Answer 5

Late in here, but if you also want to share the code with others, then .NET Fiddle is the best I have tried so far. For offline solutions, LINQPad definitely would have my vote as well, and not just for LINQ queries.

Answer 6

Try SharpDevelop. It doesn't contain everything, but is good for quick examples. You can open a solution and easily swap out the code to test something else. In the project properties you can change a solution from console to window app via a combobox selection. You can easily translate your code from C# to Boo, Python, Ruby or VB, or from any of these languages to another, starting with whatever your source is. Therefore, if you go looking for a problem solution on the web and can't find one in VB - but do find one in C#, you may be able to convert it.