Tools

Some tools that Veign has come across and found to be useful in some way. From general computing to design and development these websites are worth checking out. If you find a broken link please contact us so we can update out list.

Web Development

  • ASP.NET Version Switcher: The ASP.NET Version Switcher is a little utility that can be used to quickly switch the .NET Framework version that the ASPX pages are compiled against. This is helpful for developers who often have to test their web applications for compatibility with different version of the .NET Framework
  • Database Managers: Front-ends for some of the largest database's like: SQL Server, MySQL, PostGreSQL. Their SQL Server manager software is amazing.
  • MySQL Administrator: MySQL Administrator is a powerful visual administration console that enables you to easily administer your MySQL environment and gain significantly better visibility into how your databases are operating.
  • phpMyAdmin: phpMyAdmin is a tool written in PHP intended to handle the administration of MySQL over the Web. Currently it can create and drop databases, create/drop/alter tables, delete/edit/add fields, execute any SQL statement, manage keys on fields, manage privileges,export data into various formats and is available in 50 languages.
  • Top Template CD: This is the best collection of high quality web design templates around. Not only are the templates high quality, but the format makes them easy to modify to suit specific needs.

Security

  • AVG Anti-Virus: Provides comprehensive antivirus protection for personal computers. The unique combination of detection methods (heuristic analysis, generic detection, scanning and integrity checking) ensures that your computer receives the maximum protection possible on multiple levels (Resident Shield, Email Scanner plugins, Personal Email Scanner, On-Demand and other tests, etc.)

Graphics

  • Color Schemer: With the Color Schemer, creating harmonious color schemes has never been easier! Instantly and effortlessly create great looking color schemes at the click of a button and keep visitors coming back with this unique new tool.
  • Color Wheel Pro: A unique software program that allows you to see color theory in action. With Color Wheel Pro, you can create harmonious color schemes and preview them on real-world examples.
  • Gconvert: A full-featured icon toolkit that everyone who likes icons should use: with it you can extract, view, create, edit, manage & convert icons without requiring any additional tool or knowledge.
  • Paint.NET: Paint.NET is image and photo manipulation software designed to be used on computers that run Windows XP or 2000. Paint.NET is jointly developed at Washington State University with additional help from Microsoft, and is meant to be a free replacement for the MS Paint software that comes with all Windows operating systems.
  • SnagIt: Screen capture is so much more than just the Print Screen key - and SnagIt's ability to capture anything on your screen is simply unmatched.

General

  • EmEditor: EmEditor is a text editor for Windows that fully supports Unicode, enabling you to edit multiple languages. EmEditor also utilizes an assortment of plug-ins in order to extend the functions of EmEditor for specific needs while maintaining a small and fast core program.
  • Macro Scheduler: Macro Scheduler automates almost any task. You can record macros and create scripts with over 200 powerful yet easy to use script commands.
  • PDFCreator: Free application for creating PDF files (adds a PDF printer so you can print from any application and create a PDF file)
  • RealVNC: VNC stands for Virtual Network Computing. It is remote control software which allows you to view and interact with one computer (the "server") using a simple program (the "viewer") on another computer anywhere on the Internet
  • SpamBayes: One of the best free anti-spam software. SpamBayes will attempt to classify incoming email messages as 'spam', 'ham' (good, non-spam email) or 'unsure'.
  • Ultimate Boot CD: A bootable tools CD that?s just loaded with tools. This is a must have if you ever do any PC support
  • Windows Defender: Windows Defender is a free program that helps protect your computer against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software.