7 Most Popular Python Integrated Development Environments(IDE)
Python is known as data science language because all the modern
technologies like machine learning, deep learning, artificial
intelligence, image processing are covered by this powerful language, all the
projects f these technologies were developed in python. most of the security
solutions are based and developed in python. for building a python based
project we need IDE to make the coding with high quality and in a easy way.
WHAT
IS A CODE EDITOR?
A code editor is a writing and editing tool used
while programming. A source-code editor is a text editor program designed
specifically for editing source code of computer programs. It may be a
standalone application or it may be built into an integrated development
environment (IDE) or web browser. it is a set of software development tools
designed to make coding easier.
If you are a beginner who’s learning how to code in
any language, you should use a code editor. It is basically like a text editor
but with more functionalities and built-in feature.
WHAT
IS IDE?
An IDE (Integrated Development Environment) is a
software application used by developers for creating programs. IDEs are
meant to make the developer’s job easier by combining tools that are necessary
during software development. Your typical IDE will contain tools such as
(a text editor, a compiler and/or interpreter, a debugger and
code profiler, version control integration, a number of supporting
utilities to interface with external tooling )all combined into a single user
interface.
Many IDEs also include additional, optional features
and toolkits. Some are single-language-specific, others support every language
you can think of, either out of the box or through plugins.
One thing is certain: the selection is so wide that
you will definitely find an IDE that can cover all your needs.
DIFFERENCE
BETWEEN CODE EDITOR & IDE:
IDE is a development environment that provides many
features like coding, compiling, debugging, executing, autocomplete, libraries,
in one place for the developer's thus making tasks simpler whereas Python
editor is a platform for editing and modifying the code only.
REQUIREMENTS FOR A GOOD PYTHON IDE:
I have listed some major and standard features and
requirements required by a good ide below,
1.
Save and Reload Source Code
An IDE or editor must save your work and reopen
everything later, in the same state it was in when you left, thus saving time
for development.
2.
Execution from Within the Environment
It should have a built-in compiler to execute your
code. If you are not executing it in the same software, then probably it is a
text editor.
3.
Debugging Support
The debugger in most IDEs provides stepping through
your code and applying breakpoints for the code's partial execution.
4.
Syntax Highlighting
Being able to spot keywords, variables quickly, and
symbols in your code make reading and understanding code much easier.
5.
Automatic Code Formatting
This is an interesting feature; the code indents
itself as the developer uses loops, functions, or any other block code.
7
POPULAR PYTHON IDE’S
I choose 7 python IDE used by the developers in no
particular order because everyone IDE meant for different uses.
1.
PYCHARM:
Type: IDE
Pycharm is an integrated development environment
developed by JetBrains. It stands out from the competition because of
its productivity tools, such as quick fixes. Available in three versions, the
Apache-licensed Community version, the Educational version, and the proprietary
Professional version. The first two versions are open source and therefore free
of charge, while the Professional version is paid.
The Community version is very interesting because it
has different features such as syntax highlighting, auto-completion, and live
code verification. The paid version has more advanced features such as full
database management and a multitude of more important Frameworks than the
community version such as Django, Flask, Google App, Engine, Pyramid, and
web2py.
Advantage:
Active community support
Live code verification and syntax highlighting
Executes edits and debugs Python code without any
external requirements
Disadvantage:
Slow loading time
The default setting may require adjustment before
existing projects can be used
2.
VISUAL STUDIO CODE:
Platform: Linux/macOS/Windows
Type: IDE
Developed by Microsoft for Windows Linux
and OS, VS Code is an extensible code editor not to be confused with Visual
Studio. Indeed VS Code is small but complete, and the software is open source
under MIT license; this is what characterizes the difference between Visual
Studio and VS Code. The first version of the VS Code was published on April 29,
2015. VS Code is comparable to Atom in terms of functionality.
Indeed, just like Atom, VS Code is built on
Electron, which means that these two programs have almost the same advantages
and disadvantages.
VS Code is Microsoft's project, with the highest
number of contributors on GitHub. This initiative has boosted Microsoft's
notoriety and positioned it as one of the major players in community software.
You can add a new language to the environment, such as Python, in this case. Simply
download and install the corresponding plugin to adapt it to the environment.
Vs. Code is enhanced with features such as the integration of a powerful code
auto-completion engine (IntelliSense), a debugging console, and a terminal to
launch server commands.
VS Code is very well designed overall, and its main
advantage is that it offers an extension-based architecture. Because the IDE is
lightweight, it can be extended by adding successive components as needed.
Advantage:
More than 4700 extensions
A powerful code management engine
On-demand import of keyboard shortcuts from other
Python editors such as Sublime Text or Atom
Disadvantage:
Difficulty to find the extension that best suits
your needs due to the thousands of extensions available.
3.
ECLIPSE PYDEV:
Type: IDE
Developed by the Eclipse Foundation, the Eclipse IDE is one of the most notable ones out there. While primarily used for Java, it is perfect for Python development when combined with PyDev. It is strongly recommended that users also install LiClipse for optimal performance.PyDev can be used in Python, Jython, and IronPython development. It includes code editor, navigation and refactoring tools, as well as a debugger.
It also offers an interactive console and tools for
code completion, code analysis, and code coverage.
With LiClipse, PyDev supports other programming and
templating languages, like Django Templates, Mako, RST, C++, CoffeeScript,
Dart, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and more.
Advantage:
Easy to learn and also includes several features
(CPython, Jython, IronPython)
The Pydev plugin to code in Python on Eclipse
Code Completion and Code Analysis
Disadvantage:
User interfaces not very enriching.
4.
ATOM/ATOM-IDE
Platform: Linux/macOS/Windows
Type: IDE
Atom is an open-source cross-platform IDE built
using web technologies. It is based on a framework built by GitHub named
Electron. Atom is highly customizable and provides Python language support
installing the extension when Atom is running. Some of the good packages for
Python development are atom-python-run, Python Black, python-indent,
atom-python-test, autocomplete-python, Python Tools, linter-flake8,
python-debugger, etc. Below are some nice features of the Atom.
Enables support for third-party packages
Lightweight, smart auto-completion, multi-language
support with good syntax highlighting
Multiple panes and themes
Allows installation and management of packages
5.PYTHON
IDLE:
Type: IDE.
Platform Support: WINDOWS, LINUX, MAC OS etc.
IDLE is a popular Integrated Development Environment
written in Python and it has been integrated with the default language. It is
one of the best IDE for python.
IDLE is a very simple and basic IDE which is mainly
used by the beginner level developers who want to practice on python
development. It is also a cross-platform thus helping the trainee developers a
lot but it also called as a disposable IDE as a developer moves to more advance
IDE after learning the basics.
Best Features:
IDLE is developed purely in Python with the usage of
Tkinter GUI toolkit and is also a cross-platform thereby increasing the
flexibility for developers.
It has a good feature of multi-window text editor
which has many features like call tips, smart indentation, undo and python
colorizing.
It has a powerful debugger with continuous
breakpoints, global view, and local spaces.
It also supports dialog boxes, browsers, and
editable configurations.
Advantages:
IDLE also supports syntax highlighting, auto code
completion and smart indentation like other IDE’s.
It has a Python shell with a high lighter.
Integrated debugger with call stack visibility which
increases the performance of developers.
In IDLE, a developer can search within any window,
search through multiple files and replace within the windows editor.
Disadvantages:
It has some normal usage issues, sometimes it lacks
focus, and the developer cannot directly copy to the dashboard.
IDLE does not have the numbering of line option which
is a very basic design of the interface.
6.
JUPYTER NOTEBOOK:
Type: IDE.
System compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux,
and cloud-hosted instances
Jupyter Notebook is an open-source web
app that supports multiple programming languages. Jupyter Notebook is a
web-based interactive development environment; It’s well known in the data
science community for analyzing, sharing and presenting the information. It is
easy to use, open-source software that allows you to create and share live
code, visualizations, etc. Some of its good features are given below…
Support for Numerical simulation, data cleaning
machine learning data visualization, and statistical modeling.
Markdown and HTML integration.
Integrated data science libraries (matplotlib,
NumPy, Pandas).
It offers you to see and edit your code to create
powerful presentations.
You can also convert your complete work into PDF and
HTML files, or you can just export it as a .py file.
Starting and stopping servers, opening folders and
files.
7.
SPYDER:
Type:IDE
System compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux
Spyder is an open-source IDE most commonly used for
scientific development Spyder comes with Anaconda distribution, which is
popular for data science and machine learning
It is famous for Python development. It was mainly
developed for scientists and engineers to provide a powerful scientific
environment for Python. It offers an advanced level of edit, debug, and data
exploration feature. It is very extensible and has a good plugin system and
API.
As SPYDER uses PYQT, a developer can also use it as
an extension. It is a powerful IDE.
Best Features:
It is a good IDE with syntax highlighting, auto code
completion feature.
SPYDER is capable of exploring and editing variables
from GUI itself.
It works perfectly fine in multi-language editor
along functions and auto code completion etc.
It has a powerful integration with ipython Console,
interacts and modifies the variables on the go as well, hence a developer can
execute the code line by line or by the cell.
Advantages:
It is very efficient in finding and eliminating the
bottlenecks to unchain the code performance.
It has a powerful debugger to trace each step of the
script execution smoothly.
It has a good support feature to instantly view any
object documents and modify your own documents.
It also supports extended plugins to improvise its
functionality to the new level.
Disadvantages:
It is not capable of configuring which warning the
developer wants to disable.
Its performance reduces when too many plugins are
invoked at the same time.
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