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Visual Studio

Microsoft's full IDE for .NET and C++ on Windows.

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Microsoft IDE with a debugger, profiler and tools for .NET, C++ and game development. The Community edition is free for individuals and small teams.

When to use

To develop in .NET and C++ on Windows with a top-tier debugger and profiler.

When to avoid

If you work on macOS or Linux, or prefer a lightweight editor.

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