Audience
Python developers
About IDLE
IDLE is Python’s Integrated Development and Learning Environment.
IDLE has the following features:
- coded in 100% pure Python, using the tkinter GUI toolkit
- cross-platform: works mostly the same on Windows, Unix, and macOS
- Python shell window (interactive interpreter) with colorizing of code input, output, and error messages
- multi-window text editor with multiple undo, Python colorizing, smart indent, call tips, auto completion, and other features
- search within any window, replace within editor windows, and search through multiple files (grep)
- debugger with persistent breakpoints, stepping, and viewing of global and local namespaces
- configuration, browsers, and other dialogs
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Pricing
Starting Price:
Free
Free Version:
Free Version available.
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Python
Founded: 1990
docs.python.org/3/library/idle.html
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Platforms Supported
Windows
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Documentation
IDLE Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does IDLE work with?
IDLE works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does IDLE support in their product?
IDLE supports these languages: English.
Q: What other applications or services does IDLE integrate with?
IDLE integrates with: Python.
Q: What type of training does IDLE provide?
IDLE provides training in the form of documentation.
Q: How much does IDLE cost?
Pricing for IDLE starts at Free.
