An **integrated development environment (IDE)** facilitates computer programmers by integrating fundamental tools (e.g., code editor, compiler, and debugger) into a single software package. Users do not need to install the language’s compiler/interpreter on their machines. 

**PyDev** is a plugin for Eclipse that enables Eclipse to be used as a Python IDE. It incorporates some impressive features.



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# Features

Some notable features of PyDev are:

* It provides code completion, auto import, and code refactoring facilities.

* It allows for integration with Django.

* It incorporates a powerful debugger.

* It facilitates unit testing by providing Unittest integration.

* It supports code control with its Git integration.

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The following are some pros and cons of using PyDev:



### Pros

* It is free.

* It is easy to learn.

### Con

* The Python interpreter and the Eclipse IDE should be installed *prior* to installing PyDev.

​## Getting started

PyDev can be installed as a plugin for Eclipse on Windows, Macintosh, and Linux. For more details, please visit the [official website](https://www.pydev.org/index.html).

What is the PyDev plugin for Eclipse?

PyDev turns Eclipse into a Python IDE, offering features like code completion, debugging, and Django integration, though it requires Eclipse and Python to be pre-installed.