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Code Aggregator

Version 1.0.0 - Initial Release

Overview

This is the initial release of the Code Aggregator application, designed to help users aggregate text files from selected folders into a single text file. This is particularly useful for consolidating code files or other text-based files from a project directory.

Features

• Folder Selection:

  • Users can select a root folder to aggregate files from.
  • A tree view is provided to include or exclude specific files and folders.
  • All selected folders and files are remembered for future use.

• File Aggregation:

  • Aggregates all text files from the selected folders and subfolders into a single text file.
  • Ensures that only text files are included in the aggregation.

• Settings Management:

  • Saves the selected folders and file inclusion settings in a JSON file.
  • Detects new folders and indicates them to the user for inclusion.

• User Interface:

  • Instructions are provided on the main form to guide the user.
  • Buttons for selecting folders and starting the aggregation process.
  • Progress form to show the progress of the aggregation process.
  • Option to open the generated file after the aggregation is complete.

• Command Line Support:

  • Supports command line arguments to run the aggregator without the graphical user interface.
  • Options to specify output file, add folders, and run in quiet mode.

Command Line Options

• ? - Show command line syntax and tips.
• source_folder - Run the aggregator on this source folder.
• -o:"New_Output_Folders\New_Output_Filename.ext" - Change the output file for this run only.
• -oc:"New_Output_Folders\New_Output_Filename.ext" - Change the output file and update the JSON settings.
• -a:"Folder\Folder_or_File_to_Add[.ext]" - Add this folder or file for this run only.
• -ac:"Folder\Folder_or_File_to_Add[.ext]" - Add this folder or file and update the JSON settings.
• -q - Quiet mode (no output from the program, don't show windows).

Error Codes

• 0 - Worked perfectly.
• 1 - Folder not found (when trying to add a new folder).
• 2 - File not found (when trying to add a new file).
• 3 - Error outputting to the output file.
• 4 - Source folder not found.

Usage

1. Graphical User Interface:

   • Open the application.
   • Click the 'Select Folder' button to choose the root folder for aggregation.
   • Use the checkboxes in the tree view to include or exclude specific files and folders.
   • Click 'Start Operation' to begin the aggregation process.
   • After completion, choose whether to open the generated file.

2. Command Line Interface:

   • Run the application from the command line with the appropriate arguments as described above.

Known Issues

• Initial scanning of large directories may take some time.
• Antivirus software may flag the executable. Consider signing the code with a recognized certificate.

Summary

This version marks the beginning of the Code Aggregator project. Future updates will include performance improvements, additional features, and enhanced user experience based on user feedback.