Free, lightweight, easy-to-use, and easy-to-learn tools for the hobbyist, novice, and student developer.
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For Web Development
Visual Web Developer 2005 Express Edition »
An ideal environment for dynamic Web development.
449,848 KB
For Windows Development
Visual Basic 2005 Express Edition »
Productivity that is ideal for first time or casual Windows programming.
445,282 KB
Visual C# 2005 Express Edition »
A great combination of power and productivity for the Windows developer.
445,282 KB
Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition »
Horsepower with a finer degree of control than other Express Editions.
474,686 KB
Visual J# 2005 Express Edition »
Ideal for those with prior Java-language experience or learning the Java language.
448,702 KB
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