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ZXPInstaller vs Microsoft Visual Studio Code

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

ZXPInstaller

6.0
Utilities

Adobe extensions installer

Microsoft Visual Studio Code

8.0
Developer Tools

Open-source code editor

Metric ZXPInstaller Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Category Utilities Developer Tools
AI Score 6.0 8.0
30-day Installs 8 47.6K
90-day Installs 26 139.1K
365-day Installs 107 460.2K
Version 1.8.2 1.119.0
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 372 -
GitHub Forks 55 -
Open Issues 30 -
License GPL-2.0
Language JavaScript
Last GitHub Commit 4y ago 4y ago
First Seen Sep 29, 2016 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

ZXPInstaller

ZXPInstaller is a tool designed to simplify the installation of Adobe extensions in ZXP format. It supports multiple Adobe applications and provides an open-source, cross-platform solution for extension management. Ideal for designers and developers who work with Adobe software and need to install or update extensions frequently.

Installs Adobe extensions in ZXP format for various Adobe applications.

Pros

  • + Open-source and free to use
  • + Supports multiple Adobe applications
  • + Cross-platform compatibility

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-updates
  • - Inactive development with no recent commits

Microsoft Visual Studio Code

Microsoft Visual Studio Code is a powerful, extensible code editor that supports a wide range of programming languages. Its cross-platform compatibility and extensive extension ecosystem make it a favorite among developers, offering customization and productivity enhancements.

Provides a versatile code editing environment with support for multiple programming languages through extensions.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform support for Linux, macOS, and Windows
  • + Extensive library of extensions for various programming languages and tools
  • + Highly customizable interface and workflow
  • + Free and open-source
  • + Large and active developer community

Cons

  • - Can be resource-intensive with many extensions installed
  • - Some advanced features may be overwhelming for casual users