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Connect to Oracle Databases from Your IDE

January 28, 2025

Execute SQL queries, browse database objects and manage your entire database workflow all within a familiar development environment.

Oracle connectivity allows an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to seamlessly interact with Oracle databases, making it a central hub for database-related tasks. Developers can connect directly to databases within the IDE to execute SQL queries, browse objects, debug stored procedures, and more, all without switching to a separate database client. This streamlined integration enhances productivity and reduces the likelihood of errors by keeping workflows consistent and efficient.

Several integrated development environments (IDEs) offer Oracle connectivity including:

IntelliJ IDEA by JetBrains lets you seamlessly connect to Oracle databases, execute queries, and debug stored procedures directly within a powerful development environment.
Delphi Professional by Embarcadero allows you to easily connect to Oracle databases, develop high-performance applications, and leverage visual tools for rapid database development.
EiffelStudio by Eiffel Software facilitates seamless integration with Oracle databases, enabling developers to efficiently manage database interactions and build robust, high-quality applications.

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Migrate Legacy Visual Basic Apps to VB.NET

January 17, 2025

IDEs with Visual Basic .NET support enable migration and maintenance of legacy systems, unlocking the benefits of modern .NET capabilities.

Visual Basic .NET (VB.NET) is a versatile programming language supported by popular Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) that enhance productivity with features like syntax highlighting, IntelliSense, debugging, and version control. Seamlessly integrated with the .NET framework, VB.NET is ideal for developing desktop software, web services, and cloud solutions. While less popular than modern languages like C#, Python, or JavaScript, it remains valuable in niches such as legacy application maintenance and in organizations invested in the .NET ecosystem. Its simplicity and ease of learning make it appealing for rapid prototyping and for developers transitioning from older Visual Basic versions. Migrating Visual Basic (VB) applications to VB.NET modernizes codebases, adding object-oriented capabilities, improved error handling, and access to advanced .NET libraries. This enhances performance, security, scalability, and compatibility with modern systems. Typical use cases include updating enterprise software, modernizing desktop applications with Windows Forms or WPF, and integrating legacy systems with web or cloud services, ensuring applications remain functional and future-ready.

Several integrated development environments (IDEs) offer Visual Basic .NET support, including:

Rider by JetBrains facilitates efficient VB.NET development with intelligent code assistance, cross-platform compatibility, and robust debugging tools.
PrimalScript by SAPIEN Technologies lets you manage VB.NET scripts and applications with powerful multi-language support and deployment capabilities.
UEStudio by UltraEdit allows you to edit VB.NET code seamlessly, offering project management, version control, and advanced syntax highlighting.
RemObjects Elements enables VB.NET development alongside other languages, emphasizing seamless integration within .NET and non-.NET environments.
Microsoft Visual Studio Professional provides comprehensive VB.NET development tools, including IntelliSense, debugging, and deployment features for professional development.

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Track Script Performance with Real-Time Monitoring

January 17, 2025

PowerShell Studio allows users to visually monitor script performance, track memory and CPU usage, comparing metrics across multiple sessions.

PowerShell Studio by SAPIEN Technologies is an Integrated Scripting Environment (ISE) designed specifically for PowerShell development. It offers a comprehensive editing experience with features like syntax coloring, code completion, and debugging. Beyond editing, PowerShell Studio allows you to visually design GUIs for your scripts, convert them into executables, and create modules and Windows services. This comprehensive toolset caters to developers who want to streamline PowerShell scripting and extend its functionality.

The Performance Monitor in PowerShell Studio provides software developers with an efficient way to evaluate script performance by offering real-time insights into memory and CPU usage. It enables developers to identify resource-intensive processes quickly and assess their impact on overall performance. By displaying performance metrics from the last three sessions side-by-side, it facilitates easy comparison, helping developers track improvements, detect regressions, and refine their scripts for optimal efficiency. This feature streamlines the debugging and optimization process, empowering developers to deliver high-quality solutions.

PowerShell Studio is licensed per user and includes 1 year of product maintenance which may be renewed each year thereafter to continue to receive the latest updates. See our PowerShell Studio licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our PowerShell Studio product page.

Increase Efficiency in Machine Learning Workflows

January 3, 2025

PyCharm 2024.3.1 adds seamless TensorBoard integration for real-time visualization and in-depth analysis within your Jupyter Notebooks.

PyCharm by JetBrains is a comprehensive Integrated Development Environment (IDE) specifically designed for Python programming. It offers a range of features to enhance productivity, including code analysis for error detection, a visual debugger for troubleshooting, integrated unit testing for code verification, and support for version control systems to manage code changes. PyCharm also caters to web development using frameworks like Django, making it a powerful tool for both experienced developers and beginners in the Python world.

The PyCharm 2024.3.1 release seamlessly integrates TensorBoards directly within Jupyter Notebooks, revolutionizing your machine learning workflows. This powerful integration allows for real-time visualization and analysis of your experiments, helping you effortlessly track and monitor essential metrics like loss and accuracy, gaining valuable insights into your model's performance. All these capabilities are conveniently accessible within the familiar and user-friendly PyCharm environment, streamlining your machine learning research and development.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2024.3.1, see our release notes.

PyCharm is licensed per user, and is available as a commercial annual subscription license. We can supply new subscriptions, subscription renewals (including continuity discounts), lapsed renewals, and additional user licenses. See our PyCharm licensing page for full details.

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Accelerate Coding with Powerful IDE Tools

December 24, 2024

Integrated development environments equipped with advanced coding tools enable developers to craft high-quality, efficient code more easily.

Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) are comprehensive software applications designed to streamline and enhance the coding process by providing a range of powerful tools and features. These coding features assist developers in writing, organizing, and managing code more efficiently through features like intelligent suggestions, automated formatting, and visual aids. They reduce repetitive tasks with templating, improve code clarity with syntax highlighting, and enable swift navigation and editing within large projects. Advanced capabilities like refactoring ensure clean and maintainable code structures, while remote development fosters collaboration and flexibility. Together, these features minimize errors and save time, enabling developers to write high-quality and efficient code more easily.

Common coding features include:

Code Completion provides intelligent suggestions for functions, variables, and syntax as you type, speeding up the coding process and reducing errors.
Code Editing offers advanced text editing capabilities like auto-indentation, bracket matching, and customizable layouts tailored to developers' needs.
Syntax Highlighting visually differentiates code elements, such as keywords, variables and functions, to make it easier to read and understand.
Code Navigation allows developers to quickly navigate between files, functions, or lines of code, simplifying the management of complex projects.
Code Formatting ensures consistent styling by automatically formatting code according to predefined style guidelines.
Templating gives developers the ability to reuse code snippets, so they can quickly insert commonly used fragments of code to accelerate the process.
Code Refactoring involves restructuring the code without altering its external behavior, facilitating cleaner, more efficient design.
Remote Development enables developers to connect to a remote server from their local machine in order to work on a codebase hosted on the server.