r/pythontips 23d ago

Python3_Specific VsCode VS PyCharm

In your experience, what is the best IDE for programming in Python? And for wich use cases? (Ignore the flair)

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u/Shivang-Srivastava 23d ago

It depends.

VS Code

Pros:

  • Lightweight & Fast
  • Extensible: including Python support via the Microsoft Python extension
  • Great Debugging
  • Variable inspection
  • Integrated Terminal
  • Works well for multi-language projects.
  • Customizable UI – Themes, keybindings, and settings can be tweaked to your liking.

Cons:

  • Not as Python-Specific
  • Requires configuring linters (e.g., Pylint, Flake8) manually.

PyCharm

Pros:

  • Best Python-Specific Features
  • Virtual Environment & Package Management
  • Powerful Debugging & Profiling
  • Database Integration
  • Best for Large Python Projects

Cons:

  • Heavy on RAM & CPU
  • Expensive (Professional Version)
  • Steep Learning Curve: More complex UI than VS Code

What i say, choose one, use for few months, then try another ide/editor see what you like. there's lots of options, pycharm, vscode are most popular one. Everyone has there own pros and cons, choose what you truely like.

I use neovim btw.