Light weight text/code editor that can open .SLN, and .CSProj Files

Question

I'm using a weak computer that's chokes when I open too many programs (Out of my control).

So I want to have a lighter way to open Visual Studio solution files and csproj files.

I sometimes like to keep projects open for

• code reference
• easy access to files I care about.
• edit my custom msbuild tasks (don't compile thru the IDE)

Just want to eliminate the bloat of running a full blown IDE unnecessarily.

Know any apps or plugins for editors I can use?

Thanks

Answer 1

Have you tried Notepad++ ?

Answer 2

Emacs, VIM, VS Express?

Or MonoDevelop ?.

Answer 3

Have you thought about SharpDevelop?

It's just like Visual Studio except it's open source and written in .NET.