![]() ![]() Here's an example of what Visual Studio Code looks like when running some Python code. In some cases you might need to install an extension for a specific purpose, such as debugging or syntax highlighting, but this is an easier route than downloading, installing, and learning a whole new IDE.Įxamples of code editors and IDEs that can be used for Python development include Sublime Text, Visual Studio Code, Atom, Vim, Emacs, and Apple's Xcode. If you have a favorite code editor, chances are, you can continue to use it for your Python programming. Many other code editors and IDEs include Python support too. ![]() Examples of Python IDEs include PyScripter, P圜harm, PyDev (for Eclipse), and Komodo. Some editors and IDEs are built specifically for Python development (but may also support other technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc). These tools typically include basic features such as auto code completion, integrated debugging, smart indent, etc, but they can also include other useful features such as source control integration, split views, line numbering, code folding, code templates, unit testing, and more. Third Party Code Editors and IDEsĪs handy as IDLE can be for getting up and running quickly, most Python developers use a third party editor or IDE. No need to install any extra software.īut before we move on, let's take a quick look at some of the IDLE alternatives. You can enter code directly into the terminal/command prompt, or you can use IDLE. If you're just starting out with Python, you can continue this tutorial using Python's default installation. It can also be launched by navigating to it and double-clicking on it via your file system's GUI. IDLE can be launched by typing idle or idle3 (or its full path if it hasn't been added to your PATH). IDLE itself is built 100% in Python (using the tkinter GUI toolkit). It includes common IDE features such as auto completion, smart indent, syntax highlighting, debugging, etc. IDLE is intended to be a simple IDE, which is suitable for beginners learning Python. IDLE initially stood for Integrated DeveLopment Environment, but this is sometimes extended to Integrated Development and Learning Environment. Python's default installation also comes with its own IDE called IDLE. ![]()
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