TextWrangler vs Visual Studio Code : Which is Better?

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TextWrangler

TextWrangler is an all-purpose text and code editor for Mac OS X, based on the same award-winning technology as BBEdit. Developed by Bare Bones Software

License: Free

Apps available for Mac OS X

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Visual Studio Code

Visual Studio Code is a source code editor developed by Microsoft for Windows, Linux and macOS. Developed by Microsoft

License: Open Source

Categories: Development

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Electron / Atom Shell

TextWrangler VS Visual Studio Code

TextWrangler is a lightweight text editor ideal for quick edits and simple coding tasks, while Visual Studio Code is a feature-rich code editor suitable for extensive development projects with robust tools and integrations. The choice between them depends on the complexity of the project and the need for advanced features.

TextWrangler

Pros:

  • Lightweight and fast
  • Simple user interface
  • Supports various programming languages
  • Customizable syntax coloring
  • Integrated FTP/SFTP support
  • Good for quick edits
  • Easy file comparison and merging
  • Basic regex search and replace

Cons:

  • Limited functionality compared to modern editors
  • No integrated Git support
  • Fewer extensions and plugins
  • Not actively maintained
  • Basic feature set may not meet all needs

Visual Studio Code

Pros:

  • Extensive extension ecosystem
  • Built-in Git support
  • Rich debugging capabilities
  • Multi-platform support
  • IntelliSense for code completion
  • Integrated terminal
  • Customizable themes and layouts
  • Collaboration features with Live Share

Cons:

  • Can be resource-intensive
  • Learning curve for beginners
  • Overhead for simple text editing tasks

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