Bluefish
bluefish · v2.4.1 • deprecated
Open source code editor
brew install --cask bluefish Trust Score 5/10
Version History
v2.4.1Review
Mar 11, 2026Bluefish is an open-source code editor that allows developers to create and edit code diagrams using components. It is particularly useful for those who need to visualize code structures and relationships, making it beneficial for developers working on complex projects.
Bluefish enables users to create and edit code diagrams using components, providing a visual representation of code structures.
Maturity: The project appears to be inactive, with the last commit in 2016, raising concerns about its health and future support.
Community: There are a few mentions on Hacker News related to Bluefishjs, but these have low engagement. Reddit has no mentions, indicating limited community discussion.
Pros
- + Open-source and free to use
- + Supports code diagramming for visualizing code structures
- + Potentially useful for developers working on complex projects
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Low community activity and engagement
- - Potential stability issues on macOS
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