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# C++Builder Reviews
**Vendor:** Embarcadero Technologies  
**Category:** [C/C++ Integrated Development Environments (IDE)](https://www.g2.com/categories/c-c-integrated-development-environments-ide)  
**Average Rating:** 3.8/5.0  
**Total Reviews:** 18
## About C++Builder
C++Builder® is an advanced IDE for modern C++, with high-productivity libraries that help developers quickly build high-performance native apps for Windows and iOS. C++Builder is a powerful rapid application development environment featuring a modern C++ integrated toolchain to significantly boost developer productivity through the entire product life cycle. The integrated toolchain, modern C++ features, extensive database support, and award-winning visual designer allows you to focus on building great apps and confidently deliver projects up to 10x faster than competing solutions. Target Windows 11, iOS 15, macOS 12, Android 12 and Linux. Design on high-DPI 4k+ screens. View VCL Styles in design time. Use enhanced remote desktop support to collaborate remotely.




## C++Builder Reviews
  ### 1. Coding small issues on the job.

**Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars

**Reviewed by:** Verified User in Education Management | Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

**Reviewed Date:** October 12, 2019

**What do you like best about C++Builder?**

C++ builder is a quick platform. What I like best is that the debugging process is much faster than other coding languages.

**What do you dislike about C++Builder?**

I dislike that c++ cannot run certain types of loops. This causes the program to crash.

**Recommendations to others considering C++Builder:**

C++ builder is recommended to those that are new to coding. The language is simple and self teaching. 

**What problems is C++Builder solving and how is that benefiting you?**

Small mathematical problems are solved using c++ builder. 

  ### 2. Developing fast

**Rating:** 3.0/5.0 stars

**Reviewed by:** Verified User in Computer Software | Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

**Reviewed Date:** January 23, 2016

**What do you like best about C++Builder?**

GUI - It contains the Visual Component Library, which makes building user interfaces very simple. The drag and drop option allows programmers build nice, fast and easy.

C++ compiler.

**What do you dislike about C++Builder?**

It only has versions for Windows and OS X. There is no version for Linux.

**Recommendations to others considering C++Builder:**

It is worth trying. You do not need to be an expert to use it.,

**What problems is C++Builder solving and how is that benefiting you?**

Building applications.


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## C++Builder Features
**Additional Functionality**
- Continuous Integration
- Drag & Drop
- Backup and Recovery
- Multiple Programming Languages Supported
- Continuous Deployment
- Code Development
- For No-Code Development
- Version Control
- Configurable Workflow
- Graphical User Interface
- For Low-Code Development
- Activity Dashboard
- Generative AI
- UI Prototyping
- Source Control
- Software Development
- API
- Data Import/Export
- Web App Development
- Custom Development
- Code Repository Integration
- Data Security
- Mobile Development
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Game Development
- Collaboration Tools
- Application Security
- Alerts/Notifications
- Automated Testing
- Integrated Development Environment
- Offline Access
- Debugging
- AI Copilot
- Reporting/Analytics
- Compatibility Testing
- Pre-built Templates
- Third-Party Integrations
- Data Modeling
- Customizable Branding
- Data Visualization
- Code Editing

**Functionality**
- Ease of Use
- File Management
- Multi-Language Support
- Customization
- Straight-Out-the-Box Functionality
- Help Guides
- Patching & Updates

**Functionality**
- Ease of Use
- File Management
- Multi-Language Support
- Customization
- Straight-Out-the-Box Functionality
- Help Guides
- Patching & Updates
- Workflow Management
- Change Management
- Deployment Management
- Performance Management
- Compliance Management
- Lifecycle Management
- Task Management
- Document Management
- Database Support

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