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VinodKumar9 - PeerSpot reviewer
Data Analyst at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Consultant
Top 10
Offers a smart assistant feature that highlights errors and provides easy fixes, user experience could be improved
Pros and Cons
  • "The integrated code structure makes coding more organized and manageable compared to using Python alone."
  • "The user interface and overall user experience could be more intuitive to make it easier for users to navigate and utilize the software effectively."

What is our primary use case?

I switch between using Visual Studio and PyCharm depending on the task at hand. In Visual Studio, I work on Q, while in PyCharm, I handle Python-related tasks.

What is most valuable?

In PyCharm, the process of creating folders in Python is straightforward and efficient. It offers a smart assistant feature that highlights errors and provides easy fixes. The integrated code structure makes coding more organized and manageable compared to using Python alone. PyCharm supports remote development and has debugging functions that allow me to track the flow of code and pinpoint errors accurately. The code analysis capabilities in PyCharm are beneficial for structuring code and identifying areas that need improvement or debugging and PyCharm enhances my coding efficiency and helps me effectively manage and analyze my code.       

What needs improvement?

I think there are a few areas where PyCharm could improve. Firstly, the pricing for the professional edition can be quite high, especially for users who need access to advanced features. Next, the user interface and overall user experience could be more intuitive to make it easier for users to navigate and utilize the software effectively. Another aspect is PyCharm is specialized for Python development, it would be beneficial if it could support a wider range of languages to cater to diverse programming needs. PyCharm could optimize its disk space usage in the next version, perhaps by introducing a lighter version or implementing features that reduce the storage footprint. This would be especially helpful for users dealing with a significant amount of code and projects.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have experience with PyCharm.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

In terms of stability, I would rate PyCharm at six, as there have been instances of it breaking or getting stuck.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

My rating for PyCharm's scalability would be around seven, considering the advanced features related to purchase.

How are customer service and support?

Regarding technical support, we haven't contacted them yet as we are using the free version. When comparing PyCharm to other products like Visual Studio or Jupyter Notebook, those are preferred for certain tasks.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup for PyCharm was straightforward and easy. I'm currently using the desktop version, not the paid version.

What about the implementation team?


Integrating PyCharm with other products from different vendors is also easy and doesn't take much time. The IDE works well, whether it's PyCharm or Visual Studio's IDE, and handling porting issues is also simple.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate PyCharm at seven, and I would recommend it to beginners or those starting with Python programming for its ease of use.

Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Lab Head at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Real User
Top 20
User-friendly product with good stability
Pros and Cons
  • "The product's IDE feature is quite user-friendly."
  • "They should improve the product's interactiveness."

What is our primary use case?

We use the product primarily for data processing.

What is most valuable?

The product's IDE feature is quite user-friendly.

What needs improvement?

They should improve the product's interactiveness. There could be a specific feature for it similar to Visual Studio Code.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using PyCharm for five years now.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Stability-wise, there are no issues.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We used VS Code before. In comparison, PyCharm has good IDE features.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup may take some time to complete if you don't have prior experience working with the product. Otherwise, the process is simple.

What other advice do I have?

I rate PyCharm a nine out of ten.

Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: partner
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