The Online Code Editor is a user-friendly web-based tool project designed for developing simple web projects using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. With its intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) and compatibility with basic computer specifications, this editor offers an accessible platform for web developers. The editor's lightweight and efficient design ensures smooth performance on low-end machines. It supports the three core technologies of web development, allowing users to write and execute code seamlessly. Additional features such as the Reset Option, open and save functionality, CodeMirror integration for syntax highlighting, auto tag closure and editor theme, Two layout options for an optimal viewing experience and Direct access to Learning Resources enhance the development process
To use the Online Code Editor, follow these steps:
- Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/ashin-coder/online-code-editor.git
- Navigate to the project directory.
- Extract the "codemirror-5.65.3.rar" file into the project folder.
- Launch the editor by opening the "index.html" file in a web browser.
- Start using the Online Code Editor to develop your web projects.
Please Note: The current implementation of the Online Code Editor only supports JavaScript (JS) functionality when written inside functions. This means that JavaScript code should be written within function blocks for it to be executed and produce desired results within the editor. Any standalone JavaScript code outside of functions may not be executed or behave as expected. It is recommended to adhere to this constraint while utilizing the editor's capabilities for JavaScript development within the projects developed using Online Code Editor.
- GUI: Intuitive interface for easy navigation and enhanced productivity.
- Lightweight: Optimized for basic computer specifications, ensuring seamless performance.
- HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Support: Comprehensive language support for efficient web development.
- Reset Option: Convenient feature to restore the editor to its initial state effortlessly.
- Open and Save Code: Import and modify code from local systems, with the ability to save projects.
- Syntax Highlighting, Line Numbers, Auto Tag Closure and Editor Theme: CodeMirror integration for enhanced code display and enabling streamlined development features.
- Layout Options: Two Layouts have been provided for maximum comfort and readability
- Learning Resources Integration: More Option provides access to HTML, CSS and JavaScript tutorials on W3Schools directly from the Online Code Editor, enhancing coding skills conveniently.
The Online Code Editor project is a web-based application developed using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. It aims to provide an intuitive and lightweight environment for developing simple web projects using HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
The user interface of the Online Code Editor is designed to be intuitive, allowing users to navigate effortlessly and enhance productivity. The GUI incorporates a clean and user-friendly layout, ensuring a smooth experience for developers of all skill levels.
To ensure optimal performance on basic computer specifications, the project is optimized to be lightweight. This means that the code editor is designed to consume minimal system resources while providing a seamless development experience.
The Online Code Editor supports comprehensive language features for HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. It provides syntax highlighting, which visually distinguishes different elements of the code for easier comprehension. Additionally, line numbers are displayed to facilitate code organization and referencing.
One of the convenient features of the editor is the Reset option, this functionality allows users to restore the editor to its initial state effortlessly. This feature proves useful when experimenting with code or starting a new project.
Users can import code from their local systems and modify it within the editor. The project also offers the ability to save projects, enabling users to store their work and retrieve it later. This functionality ensures that users can conveniently work on their projects from different devices or collaborate with others.
The integration of CodeMirror, a popular JavaScript library, enhances the code display and provides additional development features. Auto tag closure automatically completes HTML tags, reducing the chances of syntax errors. The integration also includes different themes, allowing users to customize the editor's appearance according to their preferences.
The Online Code Editor provides two layout options to maximize comfort and readability. Users can choose between a single-pane view or a split-pane view, depending on their coding preferences.
To enhance coding skills conveniently, the project integrates learning resources. The "More" option in the editor provides direct access to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript tutorials from W3Schools. This integration enables users to refer to the documentation and learn new concepts without leaving the code editor environment.
Please Note: As mentioned before please extract the "codemirror-5.65.3.rar" file inside the project file before running the project since it contains plugins used for code highlightings and other functions
- HTML Compilation
- CSS Compilation
- JavaScript Compilation
- Download Project Files
- Reset
- 2nd Layout
- Open Local Files
- Learning Resources
I would like to thank the developers and contributors of HTML, CSS and JavaScript, as well as the CodeMirror, a JavaScript component used in this project, for providing the tools and resources and also those who provided the knowledge and support to make this Online Code Editor project possible. The icon used in this project was sourced from Flaticon, a platform for high-quality icons. I appreciate the creator of this icon for their work
Please Note: The current implementation of the Online Code Editor project has a limitation in terms of its supported languages. It is specifically designed to work with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript only. While these languages cover a wide range of web development needs, it does mean that other programming languages are not supported within the editor also, the project currently supports only single-page development.
Additionally, the editor has a specific constraint related to JavaScript (JS) functionality. It supports JavaScript code execution only when written inside functions. This means that JavaScript code should be enclosed within function blocks for it to be executed and produce the desired results within the editor. Any standalone JavaScript code outside of functions may not be executed or behave as expected.
Considering this constraint, it is recommended to adhere to writing JavaScript code within function blocks while utilizing the editor's capabilities for JavaScript development. This ensures that the JavaScript functionality is properly interpreted and executed within the editor environment. It is important to keep these limitations in mind when working with the editor.
Please Note: The project provided here is for demonstration purposes only and may contain bugs or glitches. It is important to understand that this implementation may require further development and refinement before it can be considered suitable for real-world applications. The intention behind sharing this project is to provide a starting point and showcase the potential of the concepts and technologies used. It is encouraged for users to further enhance and improve the project based on their specific needs and requirements.
Feel free to contribute, modify, or build upon this project to make it better and more robust. Your feedback, bug reports and suggestions for improvement are highly appreciated.