Features of IDE's (Tools/Features)

Features of IDE's (Tools/Features)

1. Tools

   • Code Editor
     • The environment where the user can write a program and edit and save the code.
   • Auto-completion
     • This is designed to save time while writing code. As you start to the the first part of a function, it suggests or completes the function and any argument or variable
   • Bracket Matching
     • This is used for languages that use pairs of brackets to mark out blocks of code. It allows for the code to be read and understood more easily. If you forget to close a bracket it will show up in a coloured section
   • Syntax Checks
     • This recognises incorrect use of syntax and highlights any errors.
   • Translator
     • Interprets code using either a compiler or interpreter
       • Compiler
         • Translates all the code at once and will take longer than a interpreter but produces a .exe file
       • Interpreter
         • This translates line by line and works as a syntax checker making sure that there are no errors.
   • Auto Documentation
   • Libraries
   • Build Automation
   • Debugger