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Python Tools For Visual Studio vs Thonny

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

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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Thonny

Thonny

Development

Thonny is a Python IDE designed for beginning programmers. It has a simple interface, integrated debugger, and support for stepping through code. Useful for learning Python.

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