LogFileMonitor displays the contents of log files in real time. Written in C#.NET, LogFileMonitor utilizes Windows file system events to listen for changes and displays them in a auto-scrolling text window.

Features

• Right-click a file and "Open With..." LogFileMonitor to begin monitoring instantly
• Files are opened with non-exclusive, read-only access to avoid "file in use" errors
• Pause/Continue monitoring to examine the output
• Adjust the buffer size to whatever amount of the log file you wish to view
• Multiple instances of the app can be open at the same time to monitor multiple files

Features

• Purge all files in folder older than X days
• Accepts parameters and runs from the command line
• ReadMe includes example code for cleaning CruiseControl artifact folders

System Requirements

These apps have only been tested on Windows. Mono developers interested in porting the app are welcome.