StartGen

The latest version of StartGen, 4.0.0.2, developed by BrainDance Software Inc, continues to impress with its suite of features designed to maximize productivity. StartGen falls under the Development Tools category, specifically in the Database Tools subcategory, making it an indispensable tool for anyone seeking to streamline their workflow.

One of the standout elements is the innovative approach to creating personal start menus. The program allows users to generate mobile start page apps and encourages collaboration across a company with an integrated enterprise knowledge base. This trio of capabilities is packaged in StartGen.exe, a lightweight application that uses less than 1 MB of memory most of the time. The ability to customize two search boxes to access a wide variety of sources—including SQL databases—sets it apart from other tools in the market.

StartGen 4.0.0.2 supports Windows XP, 8, 10, and 11, making it versatile for various operating systems. The application consists of a feature-rich Windows application that facilitates the creation of MenuSets, which are hierarchical collections of ten types of shortcuts to actionable information. Users can choose from menu item types like projects, notes, web and database searches, and checklists.

The tool's usability is enhanced by the ability to launch multiple menu items with a single click, making task switching more efficient. It includes options to publish start menus to the web, enabling access from mobile devices as HTML5 apps. However, this requires a subscription service costing $24 annually.

For enterprises, StartGen offers a SQL Server database to host the knowledge base, increasing productivity across teams. Previous versions such as 4.0 laid the foundation for these extended functionalities, providing a well-rounded development and database toolkit.

Users can easily download and try the Standard Start Menu Features free for personal use. However, business users need to purchase a license for $4.95. The enterprise feature, which includes collaboration tools, is particularly enticing for businesses seeking cost-effective productivity solutions.

Pros:

• Versatile start menu creation for personal, mobile, and enterprise use
• Lightweight application with significant functionalities
• Customizable search features that access a variety of sources

Cons:

• Mobile access requires an annual subscription
• Business users need to purchase a license for full features

Overall, StartGen is a comprehensive tool that provides exceptional value in managing and accessing frequently used information efficiently.

You may want to check out more software, such as EMS SQL Manager 2005 for PostgreSQL, SQL Query for SQL Server or DeskWinNC, which might be similar to StartGen.