What is Spyder?
An integrated development environment (IDE) facilitates computer programmers by integrating fundamental tools (e.g., code editor, compiler, and debugger) into a single software package. Users do not need to install the language’s compiler/interpreter on their machines; an IDE provides the environment itself.
Spyder is a dedicated IDE for Python. It incorporates some useful features that make it a popular IDE.
Features
The following are some of the more salient features of Spyder:
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It analyzes code to provide automatic code completion, horizontal/vertical splitting, and a go-to-definition.
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It is specifically designed for data scientists; hence, it integrates well with data science libraries like NumPy.
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It allows you to run the IPython console.
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It includes a powerful debugger.
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It contains an integrated documentation browser.
Some pros and cons of using Spyder are listed below:
Pros
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It is a light-weight IDE.
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Its features, like online help, are great for beginners.
Cons
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It is not very customizable.
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It’s more basic than its counterparts (e.g., PyCharm).
Getting started
Spyder can be installed on Windows, Macintosh, and Linux. To learn more, visit the official website.
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