The code editor is the place where developers and programmers spend most of their time.
Do you know that before code editors, developers, and programmers used to use text editors such as Notepad on Windows and TextEdit on Mac?
As you know, there are no coding-specific features in text editors. Writing and editing code with them requires a great deal of time and effort. For simpler and faster coding, code editors offer features like auto-completion, syntax highlighting, and indentation.
Regardless of whether you use Windows, Linux, or a Mac operating system, there are many choices when it comes to selecting a code editor.
Make sure the one you choose is suitable for the projects you work on, your level of expertise, and the time you are willing to invest in learning how to use a specific code editor.
You can choose to download editors like VS Code and work offline or opt for some of the great online editors that will be discussed later in this article.
There are two types of code editors available, as follows:
IDEs
Lightweight Editors
IDE
A powerful editor with many features is called an IDE. IDEs (Integrated Development Environments) are software applications that offer a complete range of tools for software development. Many features are available, including integration with version control systems like git, loading a project, navigation between projects, and much more.
Some of the popular IDEs are:
Lightweight Editors
Lightweight editors are quick and easy to use but not as powerful as IDEs. There are a few options if you're looking for lightweight code editors that you can download and install on your machine.
Some of the popular lightweight editors are:
Visual Studio Code - free
Notepad++ - free
Vim - free
Online Editors:
You can write and run code using one of the many online editors that are available without installing any software on your device.
Some of the popular online code editors are:
Each of these options has a variety of benefits, drawbacks, and applications. Therefore, before making a decision, be sure to know what you need.
The most helpful tools for beginners are Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text, and Notepad++.
For seasoned developers, Vim, Spacemacs, and Visual Studio Code are the most proficient code editors.
Wrap up
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