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Kite vs Notepad++: What are the differences?

Kite and Notepad++ are both popular text editors used for coding and programming tasks. However, there are several key differences between the two.

  1. Code Suggestion and Autocompletion: Kite offers advanced AI-powered code completion and suggestions that help developers write code faster and with fewer errors. It analyzes code contextually and suggests relevant completions. In contrast, Notepad++ does not provide such advanced code suggestion and autocompletion features.

  2. Real-time Compilation and Error Checking: Kite includes a real-time compiler that provides instant feedback as you write code. It highlights syntax errors, null references, and more, helping developers identify and fix issues quickly. Notepad++, on the other hand, lacks this real-time compilation and error-checking functionality.

  3. Machine Learning-powered Documentation: Kite integrates machine learning algorithms to generate intelligent documentation on various coding topics. It provides helpful information and examples within the code editor, making it easier for developers to understand different concepts. Notepad++ does not have the ability to provide context-specific documentation.

  4. Integration with Popular IDEs: Kite seamlessly integrates with popular Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) like PyCharm, Visual Studio Code, and Atom. This integration allows developers to access Kite's features within their preferred development environment. Notepad++ does not have such integrations and is primarily a standalone text editor.

  5. Semantic Code Analysis: Kite employs advanced semantic code analysis to identify potential issues, performance bottlenecks, and bugs in the code. It provides recommendations for improving code quality and performance. Notepad++ lacks this level of semantic code analysis and does not offer such performance optimization suggestions.

  6. Multi-Language Support: While both Kite and Notepad++ support a wide range of programming languages, Kite offers more comprehensive language support and libraries. It extends its AI capabilities to various languages, making it a versatile choice for developers working with different programming languages.

In summary, Kite stands out from Notepad++ with its advanced code suggestion and autocompletion, real-time compilation and error checking, machine learning-powered documentation, integrations with popular IDEs, semantic code analysis capabilities, and comprehensive language support.

Decisions about Kite and Notepad++
Andrey Ginger
Managing Partner at WhiteLabelDevelopers · | 3 upvotes · 489.4K views

Since communication with Github is not necessary, the Atom is less convenient in working with text and code. Sublim's support and understanding of projects is best for us. Notepad for us is a completely outdated solution with an unacceptable interface. We use a good theme for Sublim ayu-dark

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Pros of Kite
Pros of Notepad++
  • 6
    Smart auto-completion
  • 2
    Intelligent code analysis
  • 2
    Smart contextual help
  • 2
    PyCharm support
  • 1
    Flexible security config for sending and analysing code
  • 1
    Enterprise model for on premise servers
  • 1
    Atom support
  • 103
    Syntax for all languages that i use
  • 59
    Tabbed ui
  • 56
    Great code editor
  • 53
    Fast and lightweight
  • 38
    Plugins
  • 28
    Nice GUI
  • 26
    Regex & Special Character Search & Replace
  • 16
    Fast startup
  • 9
    Application is free, and plugins are too
  • 9
    Themes
  • 6
    Free
  • 4
    Very Lightweight
  • 3
    100% Free
  • 2
    Column selection
  • 1
    Awesome autocomplete
  • 1
    Easy edit on FTP servers (NppFTP)
  • 1
    Cos it's seck
  • 1
    Nice gui. are you kidding me?
  • 1
    Open Sourced

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Cons of Kite
Cons of Notepad++
  • 4
    Needs to send your code to their home-base service
  • 3
    No default plugin manager
  • 2
    Can't install more advanced packets

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What is Kite?

Your editor and web browser don't know anything about each other, which is why you end up continuously switching between them. Kite bridges that gap, bringing an internet-connected programming experience right alongside your editor.

What is Notepad++?

Notepad++ is a free (as in "free speech" and also as in "free beer") source code editor and Notepad replacement that supports several languages. Running in the MS Windows environment, its use is governed by GPL License.

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