IDE - GCSE Computer Science Definition

An IDE, or Integrated Development Environment, is a piece of software that helps you write, test, and fix computer programs more easily. It's like having a smart workspace for coding, where you can write your code, check it for mistakes, and even run your programmes to see if they work as you want them to. An IDE usually includes a code editor, which is where you type your code, a debugger that helps you find and fix errors, and a compiler that turns your code into something the computer can understand. Using an IDE can make coding simpler and faster, especially when you're learning to program in your GCSE Computer Science course.