Our Preferred IDEs and Why
When it comes to selecting an Integrated Development Environment (IDE), many factors come into play, such as language support, features, ease of use, and cost. After extensive consideration, we'd like to share our insights on our preferences and recommendations:
JetBrains Editors: PyCharm, IntelliJ IDEA, WebStorm
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Why We Prefer Them:
- Advanced Features: JetBrains editors are renowned for their powerful capabilities, from efficient code navigation to robust debugging tools, which make development more streamlined.
- Integrated Toolset: These IDEs offer a cohesive environment, with tools and plugins that work harmoniously together, reducing the need for third-party integrations.
- Support for Modern Technologies: JetBrains is proactive in updating its IDEs to support the latest technologies and frameworks.
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Consideration:
- While these editors are top-tier, they come with a cost for their Professional versions. They do offer free Community versions (for PyCharm) and trials, but for sustained professional use, a license is required.
Visual Studio Code (VS Code) as an Alternative
- Why We Recommend It:
- Free: VS Code is open-source and free, making it accessible to everyone.
- Versatile: Suitable for almost all programming languages with the help of extensions.
- Large Community: With its vast user base, there's a wealth of community-contributed extensions, themes, and resources available.
- Frequent Updates: Microsoft regularly updates VS Code, adding new features and improving existing ones.
In conclusion, while our personal preference leans towards the JetBrains editors for their advanced capabilities, we recognize that they come at a price. For those looking for a cost-effective yet powerful alternative, Visual Studio Code stands out as an excellent choice, offering versatility, a broad community, and robust features.