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ptpython vs PyDev

A side-by-side look at ptpython and PyDev. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

ptpython

ptpython

Development

ptpython is an advanced Python REPL (read-evaluate-print loop). It offers features like syntax highlighting, autocompletion, multiline editing, and vim/emacs key bindings. It aims to provide a rich interactive environment for Python programmers.

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PyDev

PyDev

Development

PyDev is an integrated development environment for Python that runs inside Eclipse. It provides code completion, syntax highlighting, type hinting, refactoring, debugging, and other features to improve productivity when writing Python code.

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