Our computers are an essential tool of the trade. It is important that it is tuned for the tasks of a developer. In this lesson, we will get your computer set up with the necessary software and configuration. If you run into any issues setting up your environment, feel free to click the Ask A Question button and let us know how we can help.
- Download and install the Learn IDE. Be sure to choose the right version for your operating system. (Learn'll guide you to the right version.)
The Learn IDE provides a text editor (where you'll write your code), and it connects you to a ready-to-go environment for running your code and tests! No need to fight arcane errors on your computer — we've slain those dragons for you.
- Open the Learn IDE and follow the instructions there for authenticating with Learn (you'll need to paste in your IDE token).
- There is no step 3.
You're all set!