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Livegrep

Interactive real-time regex code search tool designed for massive monorepos.

LicenseGPL-2.0
GitHub stars4.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
Regex LivegrepGolang UiDeveloper ToolsCpp IndexerInteractive Code SearchMonorepo Search
Overview

Why consider Livegrep?

Livegrep is a real-time interactive regex code search tool written in C++ and Go by Nelson Elhage. Operating over an inverted index of source code, it streams regex match results in sub-100ms response times directly into an interactive browser window.

Guided learning

Learn Livegrep by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Livegrep

Livegrep updates regex match results instantaneously on every keystroke across multi-gigabyte code trees.

Docker Quickstart

bash
1docker run -d -p 8910:8910 livegrep/livegrep:latest

Livegrep is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.0 (GPL-2.0).

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Livegrep FAQs

Livegrep is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Livegrep is listed under the GPL-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Livegrep is listed as an alternative to OpenGrok. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.