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doxygen-app · v1.18.0
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Generate documentation from source code
brew install --cask doxygen-app 13
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Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (GPL-2.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v1.18.02mo ago1.17.0→1.18.0
5mo ago1.16.1→1.17.0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Doxygen is a widely-used tool for generating documentation from source code, especially for C++ projects. It supports multiple programming languages and integrates with various tools, making it invaluable for developers maintaining complex codebases.
Generates documentation from source code, facilitating easy sharing and maintenance of project documentation.
Maturity: The project is well-established with active development, though it has a high number of open issues, indicating a large scope or ongoing maintenance needs.
Community: Hacker News discussions highlight its value, particularly for C++ projects, with positive mentions of improvements and modernizations.
Pros
- + Established and widely adopted tool in the developer community.
- + Supports multiple programming languages and integrates with various tools like DoxyPress.
- + Actively maintained with frequent updates.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates.
- - High number of open issues may indicate complexity or maintenance challenges.
Community Mentions
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Jan 2025 DoxyPress – Modern Doxygen
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Aug 2015 Documenting Bugs in Doxygen
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