LINQPad

Mac

Rapid .NET Code Testing & LINQ Query Playground

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Overview

LINQPad is an essential tool for .NET developers on Mac, enabling quick writing, testing, and debugging of LINQ queries and C#/VB/F# code snippets without a full project setup. It offers instant execution, syntax highlighting, and an integrated debugger (in paid tiers) to streamline prototyping. Support for databases like SQL Server, SQLite, and PostgreSQL lets you query data directly. Ideal for learning .NET, validating logic, or troubleshooting queries, it saves time for beginners and experienced devs alike.

Key Features

  • Instant execution of LINQ queries & .NET code snippets
  • Integrated debugger (paid tier) for code troubleshooting
  • Direct database query support (SQL Server, SQLite, PostgreSQL)

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium
Category Developer Utilities
Platform Mac

Pros

  • ⊕ Eliminates full .NET project setup for quick tests
  • ⊕ Intuitive interface with syntax highlighting and result visualization

Cons

  • ⊖ Free version lacks advanced features (debugger, premium database support)
  • ⊖ Limited utility outside the .NET ecosystem

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