Other than these two you can use almost any code editor/IDE which simplifies JavaScript based development in general (for example with syntax highlighting, autocompletion or similar stuff) and use node with its built-in V8 debugger. Also you can work on the same code with your friends. Koding Koding offers you a free rootable VM with Node.Cloud9 IDE - cloud-based IDE with native support for development of Node.js applications including debugging and other features.Features Specialized in JavaScript development. It automates most of the routine developer operations and enables developers to handle complex tasks easily. WebStorm WebStorm is another popular IDE provided by JetBrains for JavaScript and related technologies. Plus, its open-source and backed by GitHub, a big name in open-source software. Installation and updates can take time Not completely free 2. Using similar technology, Atom is built with web technologies using Electron and is easily extensible and customizable. Be sure to disable incompatible plug-ins from config. Before the rise of Visual Studio Code, Atom was often what the IDE developers would reach for. For JavaScript debugging specifically, the built-in debugger on most modern browsers (Safari, Chrome, and Firefox) works great.
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Can also debug Meteor.JS applications.Ĭloud9 Local - You can install a local copy of cloud9 on desktop as well and work on a local directory as workspace, follow the instructions on github page. I like the WebStorm IDE from The IntelliJ folks. $100 for commercial license, $50 personal, $25 academic, free for open source developers upon application approval.