Introduction

When it comes to the .NET development world, there are two critical factors speed of work, and building prototypes. Over time, LINQPad has been a go to tool that assists developers, database administrators, code smiths, and data scientists in handling .NET related matters. LINQPad is more than a one trick pony and breaks away from the classical Visual Studio deployment scaffold that is cumbersome for small tests. The Premium variant, especially version 7.5.16, offers enhanced capabilities and turns it into the perfect developer, data scientist, and data analyst tool.

Overview

LINQPad is an advanced utility for executing code snippets, C# programs, F# programs, Visual Basic programs, and SQL queries right away and in a conversational and searchable environment. It can be perceived as a playground for desktop applications. By the way, the tool was named for its greatest feature – ease of use with LinQ (Language Integrated Query) – yet it is capable of much more. It debars the formalities of developing console software (no Solution files, Project files, or static void Main method required). You develop the script, and then you see the desired presentation with the press of only one key (F5) in a sweet interactive window, which is far richer than the one you used to.

Description

LINQPad 7.5.16 is a product of LINQPad 7; one can run .NET 7, .NET 6, and even the current version of .NET 5 with it as well as previous versions of .NET. .NET Framework is also fit for the team. Different from LINQPad 5, which was based on the Windows Forms technology and .NET framework, which was based on a Windows Forms technology and the .NET Framework, LINQPad 7 was developed with the cross-platform-ready Avalonia UI framework, which is in line with the current development trend and supports the development of applications that can run on multiple platforms.

LINQPad’s core concept is about convenience – no major projects worth of concept needed. You can kick off a small algorithm, install Entity Framework Core, which allows you to generate queries to the database, or start with a simple RESTful API run via – all with no crazy overhead of a regular IDE project cycle.

Key Features

Enhanced functionality in LINQPad 7.5.16 lies in its Premium version, which comprises the following;

• Robust Debugger: Execute your scripts (F10), set an active breakpoint during code line execution (F9), and follow up with inspection of your variables in real time using a dedicated watch window, just like you would in Visual Studio. This shall greatly put a breakpoint to complex logic solving through debugging activities.
• Autocomplete (Intellisense): Enjoy instant completion of your lines of code by the intelligence built into the text editor. You’ll watch your typing speed increase and typing errors drastically reduced. Assists you in specifying methods, properties, and variables in code.
• Integrated NuGet Support: Using this feature, any NuGet package can be added within your query by LINQPad. LINQPad does the setup automatically, including references and using statements to external libraries.
• Rich Output Formatting: The results are portrayed traditionally, and no error is found in the source code. Objects are described in a tree format of the tree which can be shown in the expandable and collapsible view. You are allowed to display the results as Json, to export them into Excel and even graph data visually with a single click.
• Unlimited Database Connections: Real connect to a lot of data stores including SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, SQLite, and others. The quick SQL rephrasing tool may become one of those you can use to understand and get a grip on your database queries.
• Script Compilation and More: In addition to this, the Premium edition provides a feature for bundling a script in an application executable, and items like code collapsing, automatic formatting (Ctrl+K), and custom visualizers are also included in it.

How To Install

LINQPad 7.5.16 (Edition Premium) is good at the time, so you can try it out as follows:

1. Buy and Install: Now, go to the LINQPad website, which is linqpad.net, and choose to buy such a license. As soon as you make a purchase, you will receive a download link to the installer.
2. Run the Installer: Simply click on the LINQPad7Setup.exe file that you just downloaded: the installer runs and performs the setup is quick and resources are lightweight.
3. Follow the Setup Prompts: The wizard installer will be there to guide you all the way through the process. Usually, it is recommended not to make any modifications to these choices unless you have understood what they stand for.
4. Activate Your License: When you open LINQPad first time, the application will require you to provide a license name and key. Once you click on the activation button, all the premium features will be active in your user account.

System Requirements

Use LINQPad 7.5.16 Premium operate properly by viewing such requirements: