Built for how developers
actually work.
No bloat, no cloud lock-in, no distractions. Croco puts every tool you need to ship software into one fast, keyboard-first native app for Windows.
Repository Management
Manage all your local and remote repositories from one unified interface. Clone, fetch, pull, push, and prune — without leaving the app. Visual branch listings keep your history clear.
- Visual branch list
- One-click clone & sync
- Remote management
- Branch switching
Auto Commits
Intelligent background commits that save your work at configurable intervals without breaking your concentration. Set a timer, define commit message templates, and let Croco keep your history safe.
- Configurable intervals
- Custom message templates
- Staged-only or all changes
- Pause / resume
Visual Conflict Resolution
View file diffs, stage individual hunks, and manage merge conflicts — all inside Croco's Git tab. No need to open a separate diff tool.
- File diff view
- Per-file staging
- Commit history (30+)
- Branch creation
Process Runner
Trigger and monitor any shell command directly inside Croco. Define run commands per project, stream output in real-time, and track process history with exit codes.
- Per-project run commands
- Stream stdout/stderr
- Exit code tracking
- Process history
Local REST API
A local Express server on port 3131 that exposes all app functionality for external tool integration. Start it from Settings → API and connect any script or tool.
- Runs on localhost:3131
- Expose app events
- Test with curl
- Toggle on/off
Test Integration
SoonAutomatic test runner integration that hooks into your project's test suite and surfaces results directly in the activity log.
- File-change triggered
- Per-project config
- Pass/fail tracking
- Log streaming
Keyboard-First Design
Every section is reachable via Vim-style chord shortcuts (G→P, G→N, G→T) or the global command palette (Ctrl+K). Confirm commits with Ctrl+↵, run projects with Ctrl+R — the mouse is optional.
- Global palette (Ctrl+K)
- Vim-style chords (G→…)
- Ctrl+R run/stop
- Ctrl+Enter commit
Notes & Scratchpads
Markdown notes attached per project. Capture decisions, document APIs, or draft commit messages — notes auto-save and live alongside your code in a clean editor.
- Markdown editor
- Per-project context
- Auto-save
- Word count + starred
Integrated Todo Lists
Lightweight priority-based task lists baked into each workspace. Add, prioritize, and check off tasks across all projects — tracked locally, no account needed.
- High / Medium / Low priority
- Per-project or global
- Keyboard-driven (Ctrl+N)
- Progress tracking
AI Assistant Integration
Link your local AI CLI tools — Claude Code, Gemini CLI, Ollama, Aider, or OpenAI Codex — and chat with them using full project context: git state, todos, tech stack, and recent activity, all sent automatically.
- Claude Code
- Gemini CLI
- Ollama (local LLMs)
- Aider & Codex
Ideas / Project Inspiration
Browse 57+ curated project ideas organized by category (Web App, API/CLI, Game, Mobile, ML, etc.) and difficulty level. Hit 'Use idea' to instantly scaffold a new project with the right context.
- 57+ ideas
- Category & difficulty filter
- Web App, Game, ML, DevOps…
- 'Use idea' scaffolding
Scribble Pad
A canvas drawing pad built into the Notes section. Sketch architecture diagrams, wireframes, or quick diagrams — and save them as Note attachments or convert to Todo items.
- Freehand canvas drawing
- Save as Note or Todo
- Per-project
- Crosshair pointer
Activity Log
A timestamped log of every event: commits, process starts/stops, project creation, imports. Filter by event type and jump to the related project in one click.
- All event types tracked
- Filter by: Commits, Runs, Created
- Grouped by date
- Per-project scope
Project Dashboard
A central hub showing all your projects at a glance — language breakdown, last commit, open todos, IDE, and branch. Instant switching with Ctrl+K or G→P.
- Language bar per project
- Last commit display
- Tag-based filtering
- Favourites pinning
Themes & Customization
Choose from 15+ built-in themes (Acidic Croco, Tokyo Night, Dracula, Nord, Catppuccin…), toggle Glass UI for frosted panels, and pick a custom accent colour.
- 15+ themes
- Glass UI toggle
- Custom accent colour
- Appearance settings page
100% Local. Zero telemetry.
Everything stays on your machine. Croco never phones home — no accounts, no analytics, no cloud dependencies. Your code, your commits, your data. Period.
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Download Croco for Windows and take control of your entire development workflow today.