CS-Script

CS-Script (also stylized as CSScript) is an open-source, CLR (Common Language Runtime) based scripting system that uses C# as a scripting language. It allows for the execution of C# code from a file (script file) as opposed to compiling it into a traditional assembly (.exe or .dll). This approach enables dynamic code execution, rapid prototyping, and customization of applications.

CS-Script provides a host environment, typically a console application or a class library, where the script engine is initialized and scripts are loaded and executed. It supports various features of the C# language, including classes, methods, properties, events, and LINQ.

Key features of CS-Script include:

• Script execution: Executes C# scripts without requiring pre-compilation.
• Dynamic compilation: Compiles scripts into memory at runtime.
• Assembly referencing: Supports referencing external assemblies (DLLs) from within the scripts.
• Metadata import: Allows importing metadata from referenced assemblies to provide intellisense and type checking within the scripts.
• Configuration: Offers configuration options for customizing the script engine behavior, such as compiler settings, assembly probing paths, and debugging options.
• Integration: Can be integrated into various .NET applications and environments.
• NuGet integration: Supports including NuGet packages from within the script.
• Caching: Caches compiled scripts for faster execution on subsequent runs.

CS-Script is commonly used in scenarios where:

• Dynamic code evaluation is required.
• Applications need to be extended or customized without recompilation.
• Rapid prototyping and experimentation are necessary.
• Scripting support needs to be embedded within an application.