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Python Tools For Visual Studio vs Tox

A side-by-side look at Python Tools For Visual Studio and Tox. 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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Tox

Tox

Social & Communications

Tox is an open-source, peer-to-peer instant messaging and video calling application focused on privacy and security. It offers end-to-end encryption for messages and calls to protect user data without relying on central servers.

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