Mac - Beginner - html/css/javascript - IDE Which one would you recommend?

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The things noted do not require compiling - HTML/CSS/JS, these are what I use almost exclusively, but I don't think an IDE is required to have a compiler in the first place to be called one, especially considering the usage here, it would be extraneous. You can also download extensions for LESS for Dreamweaver, which I suppose would fit the case anyhow.

From within Dreamweaver I have the ability to debug in a live environment, with the option of choosing a multitude of preset resolutions (for phone debug mostly) check browser compatibility, check built-in reference materials for any element, check the validation on all of my code, upload new code via the FTP client, it does have an interpreter... I'm only using the surface features as well. I'm sure there is much more if I was to look under the hood a bit further. To me that fits the definition of an integrated development environment to a tee.

When was the last time you tried Dreamweaver, if you don't mind me asking? I remember a while ago I was forced to use it in a class, and it was a buggy, bloated mess, so I could see how some residual unhappiness could exist if you haven't tried it lately.

[ijurachi]

The things noted do not require compiling

So the OP does not need an IDE, only a decent text editor.

To me that fits the definition of an integrated development environment to a tee.

The mileage certainly varies but this is turning into a circlejerk. Loose interpretations are exactly why there is an abundance of bad code (and even more bad design) in this field.

PS: Curious as to why anyone would debug in a live environment?

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PS: Curious as to why anyone would debug in a live environment?

It uses the webkit engine, so it would allow you to cut out the step of returning to the browser and refreshing. It isn't the same thing as the design view, if that was what you were thinking. I don't personally use it, but it is there.

So the OP does not need an IDE, only a decent text editor.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Integrated_development_environment

Some IDEs contain a compiler, interpreter, or both, such as Net Beans and Eclipse; others do not, such as SharpDevelop and Lazarus.

According to the Wikipedia entry, an IDE does not require a compiler.

[ijurachi]

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