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Bluefish vs Eclipse PHP Development Tools
Both stand on php ides. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Bluefish offers broad language support, project settings, remote-file access, and integrations in a free desktop editor. Check the Flatpak limitation if your workflow depends on system tools or a browser integration.
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PDT brings PHP editing, debugging, profiling, testing, and remote-project features into an Eclipse framework. It is free, but requires Java and some included code may have different terms.
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| Bluefish | Eclipse PHP Development Tools | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | bluefish.sourceforge.io | eclipse.dev |
| On php ides | #3 of 23 | #7 of 23 |
Bluefish: what it does well
- Free and released under the GNU GPL.
- Supports more than 30 markup and programming languages.
- Can open 1,000 or more documents.
- Works with remote files over several protocols.
- Integrates external tools and custom scripts.
What to know first
- Flatpak restrictions block integration with some system tools.
- Volunteer-run community support is provided through mailing lists and a bug tracker.
Eclipse PHP Development Tools: what it does well
- PHP editing tools include refactoring and code navigation.
- Debugging and profiling support Zend Debugger or Xdebug.
- PHPUnit and Remote Projects are listed features.
- Available on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
What to know first
- Requires Java to be installed.
- Some source code or binaries may have different license terms.
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