Komodo IDE
The Professional IDE for Major Web Languages.
Overview
Komodo IDE is a commercial, cross-platform integrated development environment for dynamic programming languages. It was introduced in 2000 and is developed by ActiveState. Komodo IDE supports Python, PHP, Perl, Ruby, Tcl, and web development technologies like JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and XML. It offers a range of IDE features including debugging, code intelligence, and version control integration.
✨ Key Features
- Polyglot IDE for multiple dynamic languages
- Visual debugger for Python, PHP, Perl, etc.
- Code intelligence (completions, calltips)
- Live previewing for web development
- Version control integration (Git, SVN, Mercurial)
- Extensible via add-ons
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Strong support for multiple dynamic languages in one IDE
- Focus on Perl and Tcl, which have fewer dedicated IDEs
- Mature and stable platform
Unique Value: Provides a unified, professional IDE experience for a suite of dynamic languages that are often underserved by other major IDEs.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Debugging complex Python and PHP applications
- Developing web applications with front-end and back-end components
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Java, C#, or C++ development
- Users who need a free or open-source IDE
- Developers who prefer the performance of native editors
🏆 Alternatives
While JetBrains offers more powerful, language-specific IDEs, Komodo provides a solid, multi-language alternative in a single package.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Komodo Edit, a free and open-source version with fewer features, is available. The full IDE is now also free.
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