https://github.com/code-jl/multi-exe

Open up multiple executable files with one executable.
https://github.com/code-jl/multi-exe

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Open up multiple executable files with one executable.

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/code-jl/multi-exe
• Owner: Code-JL
• License: mit
• Created: 2025-01-17T19:40:53.000Z (3 days ago)
• Default Branch: master
• Last Pushed: 2025-01-17T19:59:05.000Z (3 days ago)
• Last Synced: 2025-01-17T20:35:18.856Z (3 days ago)
• Language: C++
• Size: 0 Bytes
• Stars: 0
• Watchers: 1
• Forks: 0
• Open Issues: 0
• Metadata Files:
  • Readme: README.md
  • License: LICENSE.txt

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# Multi EXE

## **Overview**

The Multi-Application Opener is a tool designed to simplify the process of managing and executing multiple files or programs. Initially built as a console-based application, it evolves into a feature-rich graphical program using wxWidgets, supporting custom file extensions for batch execution.

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## **Features**

### **MVP Features**

- **Add Files**: Enter file paths manually or through a command-line prompt to add them to a list.

- **View Files**: Display the current list of files.

- **Remove Files**: Remove specific files from the list by specifying their index.

- **Open Files**: Execute all files in the list using the system's execution command (e.g., `std::system`).

### **Planned Enhancements**

1. **File Explorer for Adding Files**:

   - Browse the file system using a file picker to add files easily.

2. **Custom File Extension**:

   - Use a `.mexe` file to store and execute a batch of programs.

   - Automatically open programs listed in the `.mexe` file, then exit the opener program.

3. **File List Creation and Editing**:

   - Save file lists as `.mexe` files.

   - Open and edit existing `.mexe` files (e.g., add, remove, or reorder items).

4. **Graphical User Interface (GUI)**:

   - Transition from a console-based program to a wxWidgets-based GUI.

   - Features include buttons, file lists, and a menu for actions like saving/loading lists and styling.

5. **Styling and Theming**:

   - Apply custom themes, icons, and styles for a polished user experience.

## **Usage**

### **Using `.mexe` Files** (Planned)

1. Create a `.mexe` file with the desired list of executable paths.

   - Example content:

     ```

     C:\path\to\app1.exe

     C:\path\to\app2.exe

     ```

2. Open it with the program to automatically execute the listed files.

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## **Development Roadmap**

### **Phase 1: Console-Based MVP**

- Core functionality: Add, view, remove, and open files.

- Test for cross-platform compatibility.

### **Phase 2: File Explorer & File Format Enhancements**

- Add native file picker for adding files.

- Introduce `.mexe` file format for batch execution.

### **Phase 3: GUI Transition**

- Build a basic wxWidgets-based GUI.

- Implement buttons and menus for all actions.

### **Phase 4: Polish and Distribution**

- Add theming and icons for the GUI.

- Create detailed documentation.

- Package the application for distribution.

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## **Contributing**

Contributions are welcome! Feel free to open issues or submit pull requests on GitHub.

### **To Contribute**:

1. Fork the repository.

2. Create a feature branch:

   ```bash

   git checkout -b feature-name

   ```

3. Commit your changes:

   ```bash

   git commit -m "Add new feature"

   ```

4. Push to your branch and open a pull request:

   ```bash

   git push origin feature-name

   ```

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## **License**

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.