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UniversalCodeGrep

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UniversalCodeGrep is an open-source command-line tool for searching source code, positioned as a faster and more portable alternative to grep. It is intended for developers who need cross-platform code search and portability-focused behavior.

Inferred · not functionally tested

Open SourceGPL-3.0WebCLISelf-hosted
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144stars
18forks
5features
2015since

Overview

5 features

Purpose: Searching source code quickly across platforms without relying on non-portable grep behavior.

Inferred · not functionally tested

Audience: developers

Inferred · not functionally tested

Functions: Unknown

Interfaces: API: unknown · MCP: unknown · CLI: indicated (inferred, not tested) · Self-hosting: indicated (inferred, not tested)

Recorded constraints: pricing: open_source · license: GPL-3.0 · platforms: WEB · deployment: browser, cli, self_hosted

Constraint provenance is unknown; confirm requirements with the publisher.

Record sources: gvansickle.github.io · github.com. These links do not verify the individual claims.

UniversalCodeGrep is a CLI tools & terminal project. Inferred · not functionally tested: It focuses on searching source code quickly across platforms without relying on non-portable grep behavior. Inferred · not functionally tested: UniversalCodeGrep is an open-source project aimed at developers. Basis unknown · not verified: UniversalCodeGrep is open source under the GPL-3.0 license. Basis unknown · not verified: It runs on the web and the command line, and it can be self-hosted.

It is developed by Gary R. Van Sickle, and it first shipped in 2015. The project is developed in the open on GitHub with 144 stars and 3 commits in the last 90 days. Inferred · not functionally tested: Key capabilities include code search, command-line interface, and portable execution.

Summary written by a language model from the project’s public pages.

Tasks: Inferred · not functionally tested

  • Code search
  • Command-line interface
  • Portable execution
  • Fast searching
  • Cross-platform support

Topics: Inferred · not functionally tested

Tags
code-searchgrep-alternativeportable-clisource-code-search

JSON profile · Text profile · Access guide

Built with & integrations

Runs on
BrowserCLISelf-hosted

Trust & compliance

License
GPL-3.0
Public signals
HTTPSOpen SourceFree tierGitHub · ★ 144Active maintenance

Indexing history

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  1. Indexed8 Oct · 21:28 UTC
    Universalcodegrep seen via Saashub
    Source: Saashub · Open

Frequently asked questions about UniversalCodeGrep

What is UniversalCodeGrep?
Inferred · not functionally tested: UniversalCodeGrep focuses on searching source code quickly across platforms without relying on non-portable grep behavior. It is catalogued under CLI tools & terminal on PulseGate.
Who should use UniversalCodeGrep?
Inferred · not functionally tested: UniversalCodeGrep is an open-source project built for developers.
Does UniversalCodeGrep have a free plan?
Basis unknown · not verified: Yes — UniversalCodeGrep is open source under the GPL-3.0 license and free to use.
What platforms does UniversalCodeGrep run on?
Basis unknown · not verified: UniversalCodeGrep runs on the web and the command line. It can also be self-hosted.
Is UniversalCodeGrep still maintained?
The GitHub repository shows 3 commits in the last 90 days.
What are alternatives to UniversalCodeGrep?
Similar projects tracked by PulseGate include cachekat, Foxmayn Frappe CLI, and musatop.cachekatFoxmayn Frappe CLImusatop
Who develops UniversalCodeGrep?
UniversalCodeGrep is developed by Gary R. Van Sickle.
How long has UniversalCodeGrep been around?
UniversalCodeGrep first shipped in 2015.

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