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David Perfors:
I have tried the Batch build feature in Windows today, and it is very nice.
There is just one thing that I don't like. You can't see anywhere if Code::Blocks is still working on it. I know, after the work is done there is a messagebox, but I think that is not enough. Is there a way to get a message that Code::Blocks is working on the build? Or is it already there? (if so, I can't find it...)

AkiraDev:
Agreed. Maybe a wxTaskBarIcon could make C::B presence noticeable?

killerbot:
note, no gui, is for batch build (so no interaction required, or even wanted). To try (later) : provide feedback immediately and not be dumping to file.

AkiraDev:

--- Quote from: killerbot on January 23, 2006, 11:23:07 pm ---note, no gui, is for batch build (so no interaction required, or even wanted). To try (later) : provide feedback immediately and not be dumping to file.

--- End quote ---

I'm sorry, I probably misunderstood you.

My thought was of having a tray icon (which is quite discrete) with a corresponding tooltip that shows which project CB is currently compiling, but only when the user points at it. Other than that, a tray icon would merely remind the user that a batch build is in progress. Once the compilation is complete, the tray icon disappears and a Messagebox appears instead (the way it already happens).

Do you think a tray icon would be too intrusive?

killerbot:
that sounds like a very good idea, together with the 'good' direct feedback in the dos(console) box where you can find the details 'as the news happens'. While in the tray you can have a quick look on how things are progressing.

I like it, I support the idea. So now convincing a dev, who will implement it so 'much' later, and then surprises us by having it implemented the next day. ;-)

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