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Matplotlib vs Python Tools For Visual Studio

A side-by-side look at Matplotlib and Python Tools For Visual Studio. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Matplotlib

Matplotlib

Photos & Graphics

Matplotlib is a comprehensive 2D plotting library for Python that allows users to create a wide variety of publication-quality graphs, charts, and visualizations. It integrates well with NumPy and Pandas data structures.

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Python Tools For Visual Studio

Python Tools For Visual Studio

Development

Python Tools for Visual Studio (PTVS) is a free, open-source plugin that turns Visual Studio into a Python IDE. It supports IntelliSense, debugging, profiling, unit testing, and more. PTVS makes it easy to develop Python applications in Visual Studio.

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