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Webstorm and Pycharm

Rather than using VS Code, we recommend using Webstorm for javascript/typescript projects, and using Pycharm Professional for python projects.

Getting a Student Licence​

You'll want to get a free student license to avoid paying the subscription fee.

Sign up for the Jetbrains Educational License here

Once you click on the link, you should be brought to this page. Under 'For Students and teachers', click 'Apply now'.

Then fill in your details and accept the terms and conditions.

After completing the application, you should receive instructions that are sent to your email. After clicking the link, you will need to register for a new account using the same email in the application process.

Email Instructions​

Once you have set your password and registered your account, you will be redirected to your JetBrains Account Portal.

Account License​

You now have your JetBrains Student License!

Installing the IDEs​

Install the IDEs from the JetBrains Account Portal

If not already linked, open your IDEs and activate your student license by logging in with the email used to create the JetBrains License.