Microsoft Visual Studio Reviews

My main use case for Microsoft Visual Studio is as an IDE and code editor for my personal, academic, and professional projects.

For a class project recently, I used Microsoft Visual Studio to pull down the repo, make changes, review the code, and get data as needed, which was a memorable project for me. They also have really nice plugins that integrate very well with the work I'm doing.

The best features Microsoft Visual Studio offers include the shortcut commands that are pretty efficient and easy to pick up, and the baked-in plugins that they have, which are pretty nice.

I find the Copilot feature to be a very nice plugin, and for any plugins, I need any language support, like Java, Go, Gradle, and Maven. Really, any coding language or tool that I need has a plugin, which is very nice.

Microsoft Visual Studio has positively impacted my organization because it's very easy to use, very easy for the people to pick up on, and we can all have the same configuration or personalize it as needed. It has improved productivity for sure, and when someone is onboarded, we know exactly what settings to get them and what plugins to recommend, which makes it easier for them to use the tool in the future.

I don't have any suggestions for improvements for Microsoft Visual Studio; I like the general look. Figuring out how to hide the plugins on the side would be useful, and just having more clear documentation, perhaps, could help.

I have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for about six years, and four years, actually.

Microsoft Visual Studio is stable.

The scalability of Microsoft Visual Studio is good.

I'm not sure about the customer support for Microsoft Visual Studio.

I have used other IDEs before, and I use Microsoft Visual Studio for my personal projects because it's free and it's pretty easy to use, and then for work, I use whatever IDE is best suited for the team.

I don't see a return on investment with Microsoft Visual Studio.

My experience with the pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Microsoft Visual Studio is that I was able to expense it through my company, so it wasn't bad, and it was pretty easy to get a license for it. I'm also pretty sure it's free; I'm not sure.

Before choosing Microsoft Visual Studio, I did not evaluate other options.

Microsoft Visual Studio deserves a nine on a scale of one to ten.

I choose a nine for Microsoft Visual Studio because I like the way it works, but some of the UI in other IDEs like IntelliJ I prefer a little more.

My advice for others looking into using Microsoft Visual Studio is that it's a great tool to start with if you're new to IDEs, and I would say to just jump right in.

Microsoft Visual Studio is used for development, including recent work with AI applications across many different areas of the organization.

The language is easy to use for linking with other databases and software. As a Microsoft product, it provides native integration, making it straightforward to communicate with Azure or any database within Azure through built-in integration capabilities.

The version control feature helped us easily retrieve previous versions and track logs to see where changes occurred and when they happened.

The ability to use multiple coding languages in one place is valuable, providing a comprehensive environment for everything.

AI integration is something that every company is trying to incorporate. While Microsoft Visual Studio is working very well currently, there is still room to improve the AI functionality.

More than 10 years.

Microsoft Visual Studio is very stable.

Scalability rates about seven out of ten.

Microsoft sometimes has outsourced people with less knowledge on their support team. When we open a ticket, it often needs to be escalated to the next level to reach an expert, rather than being resolved at the first level. This sometimes wastes our time, but eventually they fix the issue for us.

Neutral

The installation process is very easy and straightforward.

Microsoft Visual Studio provides a positive return on investment.

The setup cost rates about eight out of ten.

Different divisions in the organization may use AWS, though this is not something I am aware of directly. The organization primarily bases its operations on Azure. My overall rating for Microsoft Visual Studio is ten out of ten.

Public Cloud

Microsoft Azure

I use Microsoft Visual Studio primarily for development. It has a code analyzer with various options to analyze the code that I have written. It provides intelligence for whatever language I am using and offers DevOps integrations.

A very valuable feature of Microsoft Visual Studio is the debugger, which is helpful for debugging applications line by line. Additionally, the integration with various services is easy, and with Copilot, it becomes easier to learn and understand Microsoft Visual Studio features. It has many useful features for development purposes. The features available in Microsoft Visual Studio are beneficial for making builds, deployments, and everything related to dot net projects with C#. This provides great efficiency in my work. We frequently handle dot net projects with C#, utilizing all sorts of features to facilitate building and deploying, which add significant value.

I found something that I am facing challenges with: Docker integration within Microsoft Visual Studio. I think there is an option for this, but I have not explored it yet. Furthermore, if AI could be integrated into more features, it would expedite my work and would be very helpful.

I have been using the product gradually since around 2005.

Microsoft Visual Studio is stable.

The solution is scalable, depending on my client's demand.

I am facing some problems with technical support. I'm working with a client account, and I'm not able to create a support ticket for some issues. Previously, I used to create a ticket on the Azure portal and get help from the support team, but now it's not working as it used to.

Neutral

The initial setup has resolved a lot year on year. It's straightforward and has improved more from time to time.

IT permission is needed, so I cannot install it myself.

In terms of expedited development, Microsoft Visual Studio features have saved me maybe five percent of time.

If AI can help expedite tasks, that would be helpful because now AI is going everywhere. I'd rate my overall experience with Microsoft Visual Studio at eight to nine points.

Private Cloud

Microsoft Azure

We use Microsoft Visual Studio for developing our software solutions. We identify gaps in the market and build solutions to address those challenges. Our operations are based in Nigeria, and our development primarily supports the Windows platform.

Visual Studio's collaborative features with Azure DevOps are valuable to us. It allows various team members to collaborate on the same project, maintain consistency, and deliver products that fulfill client promises. We use Azure DevOps for source code repository, enabling synchronization and consistency. Additionally, the integration of AI and enhanced refactoring in the IDE boosts coding efficiency. The suggestions make coding easier, thus improving productivity and reducing errors.

Refactoring in Microsoft Visual Studio could be further optimized. While it is better than before, some third-party tools currently outperform it but come at a cost.

We have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for around twenty years, starting from the early days of Visual Basic to .NET and now .NET Core.

The initial setup of Microsoft Visual Studio is extremely easy. It is a breeze for our developers, and there have been no reported issues with the setup.

Microsoft Visual Studio is highly stable. I have not received any negative feedback from our developers regarding stability.

Based on our use, Microsoft Visual Studio has a high level of scalability. I would rate it as nine.

We have always used Microsoft Visual Studio for development. It came naturally with what we were comfortable using from the start.

The initial setup is very easy. There have been no challenges, and developers find the process straightforward.

Developers install Microsoft Visual Studio on their work machines, and they take ownership from that point. There have been no maintenance needs reported.

Our investment in Microsoft Visual Studio is affected by the economic conditions in Nigeria. We invest in developer certification, but pricing products in local currency can be challenging due to the initial investment in technology acquired in dollars.

We have subscriptions with Microsoft, and although it would be ideal to have it for free, we understand the need for fair pricing, which I rate as five or six.

Not really. The decision to use Microsoft Visual Studio was based on its acceptance and availability at the time the company started.

I would rate Microsoft Visual Studio overall as nine. Our limited use of its components and features satisfies all our requirements. No functionality we needed was unmet. It fits our needs well. The overall product rating would be nine out of ten.

On-premises

I use Microsoft Visual Studio across the entire software development lifecycle, mainly for development, testing, analysis, deployment, and monitoring.

The versatility and platform coverage of Microsoft Visual Studio make it a standard and stable product across Linux, Windows, and Mac. It provides countless features, is lightweight, and offers extensive extensions coverage. It serves as a one-stop shop no matter the platform or language I use.

Microsoft Visual Studio offers a strong ecosystem, with its own marketplace for third-party solutions. There is room for improvement in search by extension, but the integration of AI through extensions like GitHub Copilot is a well-thought-out approach.

I have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for more than a decade, maybe at least twelve to thirteen years.

Microsoft Visual Studio is very stable, scoring around nine to nine point five out of ten.

Choosing the right version of Microsoft Visual Studio can address any scalability concerns. While Visual Studio Code may present limitations, upgrading to the enterprise version resolves these.

Support centers are available, and it is generally adequate, but I may not be the best person to comment on technical support interactions.

Positive

Once I used Microsoft Visual Studio, I have never moved on to any other solutions.

The installation of Microsoft Visual Studio provides a seamless experience for everyone, regardless of the version or platform.

Microsoft Visual Studio provides value for money, enabling time and cost savings. Its features are unmatched at this price range.

The pricing of Microsoft Visual Studio is competitive from an organizational perspective, both for smaller and larger organizations.

The rating for Microsoft Visual Studio would be nine since it is one of the finest tools I have used. It provides a seamless experience and comprehensive coverage of the development process. Some might argue that AI should be integrated directly within Visual Studio itself, but the extension approach is a decent solution.

Recently, I have been working with the Power Platform, which is a Microsoft product. Currently, I am exploring and doing one project as well. Power Platform is looking promising, and it provides various features. It is very easy to learn Power Platform. Power Platform may only be applicable to small size to mid-size applications, so I think it will not be applicable to enterprise level applications.

Power Platform provides workflows and database functionality. The database application is very good. When creating an entity, based on that entity, you can create views and pages automatically based on the table. That is one good feature in Power Platform. It also supports customization features, though it takes some time to understand as there are many steps for customization. If any system exposes functionality using REST API, we can get the URL and environment details such as headers. In Microsoft Visual Studio, if a system exposes services, we can consume those services by getting their proper URL/URI and header information. If they have any authentication mechanism using tokens, we can utilize those in Microsoft Visual Studio to invoke and call the REST APIs provided by external systems.

Microsoft Visual Studio provides almost all features. When adding classes, if references to class files or namespaces are missing, improvements could be made. Sometimes when missing namespaces and calling functionalities in other classes, Microsoft Visual Studio shows errors. While clicking on the cursor shows which particular namespace is missing, when adding new namespaces, it still shows some errors. Microsoft Visual Studio should avoid these errors.

I have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for almost five years.

Issues with Microsoft Visual Studio are very rare. Sometimes crashes happen and occasionally there might be hanging issues. We close Microsoft Visual Studio and once opened again, the issue resolves automatically.

Regarding stability issues, the system makes sure it should be up and running throughout the day. In case of any downtime issues, the system will notify us about the timing so we can take appropriate actions beforehand. These informations are automatically provided by the system, so we don't need to manage this ourselves. The system helps keep the server up and running.

In the frontend, we need to download Microsoft Visual Studio, which is available in different versions including community editions and professional editions. You can download any edition of the latest version. Once downloaded, you need to provide login credentials and set up the code. They will provide the link from wherever your code is located, and you have to clone it.

Microsoft Visual Studio provides entity framework which supports both code-based and database-first approaches. Based on these options, we can proceed with implementation. If you choose the database-first approach, all the tables from your SQL database and related components will be created as classes in your C# implementation.

The ROI involves a one-time payment. Once you have the license, the return depends upon how many projects you are acquiring and how many clients you have. If you develop three to four projects, you can achieve ROI within four or five months. With more projects, ROI can be covered within six months or one year based on your investment. After that, you will get more benefits. It is purely based on the projects in the pipeline.

Regarding maintenance, if you have the Microsoft Visual Studio license, Microsoft will support your product. If you encounter any downtime, Microsoft will notify you in advance so you can take respective actions. They provide temporary solutions to ensure applications do not go down. A backup system ensures end users are not affected. The maintenance is provided by Microsoft.

For .NET development, I haven't used any other tools besides Microsoft Visual Studio, but we have used third-party controls to display information, such as Telerik controls. We obtained the license and integrated Telerik controls into Microsoft Visual Studio to create data tables and combo boxes. The main competitors to .NET are OutSystems, low-code technologies, and Java.

Debugging tools are very important. In Microsoft Visual Studio, we can use debugging by placing debug points where we need to execute particular functions or code. When you run the application, Microsoft Visual Studio automatically triggers the debugging point. From there, you can check the particular code in the below window where you can see all values, variables, and written statements. You can track everything. Microsoft Visual Studio provides detailed debugging options to see how the application flows with calling functions and working functions. You can identify exactly where data is not loading and what errors are occurring. This information helps resolve issues quickly. Microsoft Visual Studio provides comprehensive development capabilities. You can create any type of application, including mobile applications, console applications, Windows applications, WPF, ASP.NET MVC, and .NET Core. It provides many benefits and can create reusable components. During coding, it provides intelligence features that automatically identify issues. It is very user-friendly and helps avoid coding errors.

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I develop applications and work at Roma Tre University. We develop applications ranging from student career management to employee and HR office functions.

One valuable feature of Microsoft Visual Studio is its powerful debugger, which is the only feature I primarily use. Another significant advantage is the integration with Copilot and AI support. Additionally, the ease of integration with solutions is worth mentioning.

Some improvements could include a more visual interface for automating common tasks in application development. Introducing this feature would enhance productivity.

I have been working with Microsoft Visual Studio for almost ten years.

It is very easy to install Microsoft Visual Studio.

Microsoft Visual Studio is stable overall.

As of now, I have not encountered any limitations in the use of Microsoft Visual Studio. It is scalable for our purposes.

The technical support from Microsoft is very good.

Positive

In my past, I used Mirth Connect while working in a hospital for HL7 integrations using JCAPS and Mirth and Rhapsody Data, which are old products.

It's very easy to install.

I do not know the pricing or costs as we have a global agreement with Microsoft for all universities in Italy.

I am searching for an enterprise service bus product, so if Microsoft Visual Studio could have a plugin or an extension in this direction, it would be great. I rate my overall experience with Microsoft Visual Studio as nine out of ten.

On-premises

I use Microsoft Visual Studio occasionally. I prefer writing code directly on Notepad++, but when I need the IDE support, I use Microsoft Visual Studio for faster and better code development. It offers a good experience for individuals who are handy with IDEs.

Microsoft Visual Studio is integrated with all tools and offers all necessary extensions, making it very convenient. It offers Git connectivity for all Git repositories. I find all its activities to be straightforward and efficient.

Maybe some documentation could be better. They can generate some educational videos online, which would be helpful.

I have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for the last five to six years, but I do not use it frequently.

Microsoft Visual Studio is stable. I have not encountered any problems.

I use Microsoft Visual Studio on an individual basis, so I am not familiar with its scalability in terms of adding or deleting users, which may be an IT admin function.

I use Notepad++ more often than Microsoft Visual Studio.

The installation of Microsoft Visual Studio is simple, and one person can manage it.

The ROI includes time savings, which are approximately ten to twenty percent.

As a partner, the cost may be part of an integrated license package. I am not sure about specific pricing details.

Maybe sometimes Microsoft Visual Studio hangs if your computer resources are limited. Rating it, I would give it eight points overall.

I create my site or application for my company for internal use only.

The best feature of Microsoft Visual Studio for debugging applications is IntelliSense, which I refer to as autocomplete. Additionally, the integration capabilities with Microsoft DevOps Server streamline my development process efficiently, making it perfectly integrated with Microsoft Visual Studio.

The software has become larger than before, requiring a powerful desktop or notebook to run Microsoft Visual Studio. I must use or install all the features which makes Microsoft Visual Studio bulky. Some optional installation methods to remove features I do not use could improve the experience.

I have been using it for more than fifteen years.

Performance is a problem because if I use a notebook that is not high-end, Microsoft Visual Studio may experience lag sometimes.

I think the support could be better because the documentation and other resources, such as videos, are too numerous, making it hard to find the correct one. AI support could be a good addition.

Neutral

I used Microsoft Visual Studio Code and no others.

There is no trouble or problem to install it. I can handle the installation myself.

I can install the solution by myself.

Microsoft Visual Studio saves me time, approximately forty percent.

Microsoft Visual Studio is expensive.

The main concern is that the documentation is so detailed and vast that it takes a lot of time to sift through. I would rate Microsoft Visual Studio seven out of ten.

My first use case was to develop Microsoft Windows tools in .Net Framework (formerly from 3.5). Later I developed web platforms in ASP .NET and lately, I have developed APIs in both .NET Framework and NET Core, the latest in NET 6.

The platforms that I develop in Windows environments and do not have CI/CD systems I deploy them directly from Visual Studio. The entire Windows ecosystem is well managed by Visual Studio.

When I program in Microsoft Windows I usually use Visual Studio.

Microsoft Visual Studio is a must-have tool if you work in Windows environments.

Organizations working on a large number of workstations or organizations that are just starting out have a complete tool for use in several versions, most popularly free. So starting or developing a project under these conditions is extremely affordable.

But back to the main feature, with Microsoft Visual Studio you have a Swiss army knife of software development (integration, development, debugging, and deployment) complete and free in its most popular version.

The features I found most valuable are those related to the Microsoft Windows ecosystem. The famous umbrella that Microsoft extends over its products.

Working with Azure or SQL Server (connect, implement, deploy, etc.) is extremely easy, a common feature in all Microsoft products.

Deploying to Azure or Windows Server with IIS is also extremely easy and enjoyable.

Finally, integration with Git has improved a lot in the latest versions, as well as integration with GitHub and Copilot.

Efficiency is the main focus. Since Visual Studio's inception, it has been a race of constant improvements and attempts to improve the efficiency of the tool in every release. However, crashes and freezes are common when you work with the tool for a long time. The problems get worse when you have more than one project under development and then you need a very powerful computer to be able to perform complex developments. Even having a very powerful computer, as in my case, does not prevent you from having freezes from time to time.

Long installation or upgrade times are sometimes a problem.

I've used the solution for more than ten years.

I had previously tried other environments such as Atom or Sublime Text, but none offered the capabilities of Microsoft Visual Studio.

The most popular version of Microsoft is the Visual Studio 2022 Community Edition. Making it free gives it a boost in all types of organizations.

I had previously tried other environments such as Atom or Sublime Text. Lately, Visual Studio Code has become very popular and I used it eventually.