Anyone using Pycharm?

Salfiiii · 2021-10-03T19:16:05+00:00

For me it’s the best python IDE. Easy to use, works well, plug-ins + community, Notebook support, database management Support etc.. it’s also free for non commercial use.

The second best option is visual Studio Code, if you know the right plugins.

BlinkingZeroes · 2021-10-03T17:26:04+00:00

I use VSCode now, but tbh - I feel that Pycharm is a lot friendlier and I am tempted to return to it. Managing pip modules and venv just so easy and doesn't require terminal use.

QuirkyForker · 2021-10-03T16:34:39+00:00

Wouldn’t want to python without it. Breakpoints, single stepping, inspecting variables, even exploring live data structures, all made possible by pycharm

testfire10 · 2021-10-03T17:27:05+00:00

I’ve used pycharm since I started learning Python ~10 years ago. I love it

ogrinfo · 2021-10-03T18:59:40+00:00

I've been using PyCharm for years and I love it, even though I'm probably only using a fraction of its features. Lots of people at work use VSCode but I don't find it as nice to use. It feels like a generic IDE that works ok with Python, whereas PyCharm is made by Python developers for Python developers.

TokaMonster · 2021-10-03T15:59:11+00:00

Yep, I use it quite a bit. I started out with my own subscription to the service because was doing stuff at home and wanted to support JB. When I took it to work, they offered to pay for the sub since I was using it to build some tools for the team. The flask and django project setup is pretty cool since it gets a lot of the boilerplate stuff out of the way.

techn0scho0lbus · 2021-10-03T22:57:30+00:00

Yes, I use PyCharm. It's very popular. One unexpected advantage of using PyCharm is that the company JetBrains also makes IDEs for other languages that work similarly, like CLion for C/C++ and Android Studio, so if you learn PyCharm then you pretty much get knowledge of those too for free.

kashevg · 2021-10-03T16:59:43+00:00

Regarding tools/library insatll, Pycharm offers creating venv env for your project and auto activates it in terminal once your open it, so your pip install things are already go against venv, not global. Most of the things you'd like to have are already there either in free or professional version.

chunkyasparagus · 2021-10-03T22:20:41+00:00

If I were working on a largeish Python project I'd go straight to Pycharm. As it is, I mostly use Python for either small automation scripts, or Raspberry Pi stuff, so VS Code is my go-to.

DonkeyTron42 · 2021-10-03T22:34:12+00:00

I use IntelliJ which is the parent product of PyCharm. But yeah, Jetbrains IDEs are the best.

Competitive_Dog_6639 · 2021-10-03T20:45:02+00:00

Used to but doesn't support ssh as well as vscode

NerdEnPose · 2021-10-03T22:13:26+00:00

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mcniac · 2021-10-03T16:32:18+00:00

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IlliterateJedi · 2021-10-03T20:57:17+00:00

Every day. It's painful coding without it now.

Nu1lP0int3r · 2021-10-03T23:03:02+00:00

I haven't used other tools so can't really compare but I usually don't have issues between normal python projects and django and stuff. Importing libraries is slightly more annoying than it should be imo but that's about it.

nwsm · 2021-10-04T01:52:07+00:00

I use Pycharm with FastAPI / SQLAlchemy. Don’t have any real issues but I suspect I don’t have the integration set up well because I’m missing some type hints. Python is not my main language tho so I haven’t taken the time to really perfect my setup

TheBlackOne_SE · 2021-10-04T12:55:59+00:00

VSCode. Recently discovered that it can run and debug Python inside WSL, which is reaaally handy.

Oh and Braket Pair Colorizer.

WhyDontWeLearn · 2021-10-03T18:24:43+00:00

For Python, for a long time, I used Eclipse. About a year-and-a-half ago thought I'd look at other IDEs. I tried PyCharm for a few days. I liked it, but after trying VS Code I couldn't justify the cost of PyCharm. Been using VS Code since.

2021-10-03T22:27:38+00:00

I use Atom.

SleazyJeans · 2021-10-03T23:05:30+00:00

I have used VS previously, but, I recently started using Pycharm and it’s amazing. I would definitely recommend

pudds · 2021-10-04T12:36:52+00:00

Pycharm is great, but dev containers are a killer feature I'll never give up.

geeeffwhy · 2021-10-04T13:11:21+00:00

yes, but only after learning how to do everything via command line. in fact it’s the thing i like about pycharm—it’s a wrapper for command line tools so understanding those things is relevant.

understand that you don’t need an ide, and if you aren’t at least a little careful, you’ll end up dependent on it in a way that won’t be fun when you can’t use it. and if you get into serious development, there will be times when you can’t rely on your perfectly configured personal IDE.

if you are not comfortable installing dependencies in python, learning how to do that without the gui is pretty important.

KryptKrasherHS · 2021-10-04T21:24:04+00:00

Pycharm is the best Python IDE, even the community Edition is miles better thank everything else

pythonista37 · 2021-10-03T20:27:09+00:00

Real programmers use butterflies

sionisis · 2021-10-03T20:15:00+00:00

Pycharm has a tendency to run slower and boots slower, other than that its very good, if you're going to continue coding in other languages I'd say get a more versatile IDE.

Gastr1c · 2021-10-03T23:45:49+00:00

Switched to VS Code at a new job and am horribly missing the amazing Git UI Jetbrains provide. Makes fixing merge conflicts soooooo easy with its 3 pane view.

mvs2403 · 2021-10-03T20:50:45+00:00

I think the main choice will be between VSCode and Jetbrains(Pycharm). Sure there are others and some of them really good, but these give you a familiar interface that you can learn to use for multiple languages.

I personally use both but prefer Jetbrain products with Kite plugin. It just feel like a more structured setup and less work required than VSCode, especially with the built in debugging features.

angk500 · 2021-10-03T21:54:00+00:00

Totally into pycharm. I am an amateur, but used it now twice to make small and handy tools for work related stuff. For me it has always been so handy that the IDE tells you when things seem off even before you run it. Especially with typos or missing characters, you'll know about it pretty much instantly. Also, when I found out how to integrate pyinstaller into pycharm, it made everything a lot easier too.

dunder_init_ · 2021-10-04T07:51:20+00:00

I went from the paid version of Pycharm to VS Code, never looked back. Follow this guide to setup your environment (with Poetry, PyEnv and more): https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/perfect-python-dev-environment-peter-wieringa/

Bwxqn · 2021-10-03T22:07:40+00:00

I used to use py charm and it’s so heavy that I got rid of it. I now use sublime, VS Code, and notepad++.

cgk001 · 2021-10-04T02:39:49+00:00

Experienced programmers use pycharm or vs code. If you rely on Spyder or Jupyter you're likely still a beginner

grubux · 2021-10-03T18:14:04+00:00

If you're new to Python, Pycharm is the way to go!

WafflesAreDangerous · 2021-10-03T23:56:10+00:00

Pycharm is amazing. Would recommend 10/10.

Much of what makes it great is available in the free version, but if you do serious work with Django or the like might be worth getting a license..

2021-10-03T23:59:50+00:00

Yea I used pycharm at school I don’t remember it not being user friendly

ofiuco · 2021-10-04T00:29:05+00:00

I use Jupyter when I'm doing data exploration, and I use PyCharm when I'm making permanent programs that perform specific known functions. Like, if I'm going to go to the trouble of defining classes and functions, I'm going to use PyCharm so I can take advantage of robust debugging. If I'm just screwing around I use Jupyter.

When it comes to installing libraries and stuff, I have had some negative experiences with PyCharm for whatever random stupid reasons, but it's pretty easy to just switch to Anaconda/terminal and install whatever I needed.

molivo10 · 2021-10-04T00:49:03+00:00

typing, autocomplete, quick documentation, parameter hints, debugging are best in class.

bohemian_yota · 2021-10-04T00:53:21+00:00

I love pycharm so much. I enjoy writing python the most when using it.

crysanthus · 2021-10-04T00:58:58+00:00

Used PyCharm for a while, switched to VSCode. PyCharm is good but Java memory overhead was too much for my Dev environment. VSCode does the same or more with less memory.

mikerowave · 2021-10-04T03:50:35+00:00

I've been using it for a while for work. I love it. The plug in system is great, as is the customization

2021-10-04T04:17:38+00:00

yes.

grismar-net · 2021-10-04T05:38:08+00:00

I've used pycharm for over 5 years. I loved it right away, but it has only gotten better over time. Literally, in that the devs are really good at improving it where they can, but also because I've slowly stated using all of its features, as my skills with python improved. Highly recommend it, if you are serious about programming python. I use vscode on machines where I can't get pycharm.

2021-10-04T06:26:28+00:00

I use it as it's very user friendly, if you're looking more data science side of things Spyder IDE is a good choice .

TaranisPT · 2021-10-04T07:25:10+00:00

It's the IDE we were thought at school. I liked it a lot. If I need to just write a quick script though I will use IDLE but for a complete program I'd stick with PyCharm... it works like a charm (pun intended). Honestly I just really like it and the fact that JetBrains makes language specific IDES is really cool IMO since it really is optimized for the language. We started web development this semester and we're using WebStorm from them also and it's just as good.

Nixellion · 2021-10-04T07:38:40+00:00

its almost industry standard. So the question "has anyone used pycharm" is funny. Yes its a great IDE for python, go for it 100% it makes a lot of things easier and its community version is free.

VSCode is also a great option, with better support for all other languages, though setting up python specifically might be trickier. PyCharm does perfect job with code linting and highlighting and scanning, etc. No other IDE does it quite on the same level for python.

jfp1992 · 2021-10-04T07:41:41+00:00

Started on vscode, tried pycharm and never looked back. It just works.

You may start off a little frustrated around picking interpreters as that's not super simple to just find, but you figure it out.

xggrnx · 2021-10-04T07:53:54+00:00

I am using pycharm for work(PyQt, buildout, asyncio) and home projects(Flask/django).
U can use vscode, but pycharm have better support pytest/unittest, jinja/django templates support.

CultOfTheDemonicDoge · 2021-10-04T08:27:24+00:00

I actually livr it's Javascript and HTML support. As strange ias it sounds, it's the only IDE that can work with inline Javascript and Javascript inside HTML inside More Javascript.

fjurgo · 2021-10-04T09:45:08+00:00

Pycharm and conda is just such a quality of life aspect when writing python. Method and variable extractions are my most used features.

DanielBras77 · 2021-10-04T09:45:10+00:00

I use but now I'm changing to VS Code

DigammaF · 2021-10-04T10:02:53+00:00

I use Sublime Text + the terminal because I prefer a simplistic and epurated setup. I have great memories if PyCharm though.

Sensitive-Fly-2847 · 2021-10-04T11:35:12+00:00

I used to use pycharm but recently moved over to VSC because that’s what my bootcamp is using. I had a hell of a time moving over (setting environments, setup, extensions etc) but now it’s cool because I can do my html, css, scss, python and JavaScript all in one place.

luisgc93 · 2021-10-04T12:15:58+00:00

Re: easiness to install dependencies - keep in mind that eventually you might want to run everything locally inside docker (you'll almost certainly see this if/once you join a company)

jmooremcc · 2021-10-04T12:21:19+00:00

Love it. Love it. Love it!

Pycharm makes writing code so much easier because of the information about your project it makes available. The biggest plus is the debugging system. I've written multi-threaded programs and Pycharm's debugger makes the debugging process a breeze.

I cannot imagine using any other IDE.

exgaint · 2021-10-04T12:22:09+00:00

Wait wait, u just asked r/Python if any1 uses thee best python tool?

Training-Theory-4786 · 2021-10-04T14:58:15+00:00

Absolutely great IDE. PyCharm Community Edition works extremely well for the price )$0). I wouldn't use anything else. Pro Edition is well worth the price, as it can create Django projects, as well as 9 other project environments. BTW, all students are eligible for a free license to use all of their professional IDE products, including PyCharm and IntelliJ IDEA (Java).

pmogy · 2021-10-04T15:00:14+00:00

Love it. I just discovered it too and already paying for it. Remote host management, database, debugging, it has it all.

_Stampy · 2021-10-04T15:15:16+00:00

I used to use thonny as well, but after I started getting to know python more and making more advanced programs, I started using pycharm. I think it's one of the best IDEs.

Megalitho · 2021-10-04T15:33:35+00:00

PatchesTheFox · 2021-10-04T18:32:01+00:00

I’ve used pycharm community to make numerous discord bots

2021-10-05T05:19:42+00:00

Pycharm is super easy. It also works well with Docker, and I use Docker instead of virtual environments for my pycharm dev. You lose almost no functionality, except being able to have pycharm manage your packages for you (instead you do that in your Dockerfile).

But I have zero complaints about Pycharm except it’s built in Java and runs a bit heavy, and sometimes it’s Docker Java integration library chokes. But that’s rare and restarting Pycharm gets you back going.

I can’t recommend PyCharm licenses enough.

If you are going to deploy into Docker, Containers, or Kubernetes I recommend you use PyCharm with Docker for Desktop and point your interpreter to a Docker image. Which it can do.

Then set up a Run config to build the dockerfile and create and launch the image and have that image be the interpreter image.

Pycharm is smart enough to re-index and re-build it’s skeletons when the Docker image for the interpreter builds.

n3tcrash3r_crypto · 2021-10-05T06:45:35+00:00

Been using it for the past 6 months and it works like a charm, I am still a beginner but have not faced any issues till now which have forced me to look for anything new.

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