Overview
Microsoft Visual Studio Professional is an integrated development environment (IDE) used to design, develop, test, and maintain applications. The Visual Studio Professional subscription provides developers with professional-grade tools to build applications, services, and integrations across multiple platforms.
Key Features
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Full-Featured IDE: Supports development in multiple languages including C#, .NET, Python, JavaScript, and more.
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Debugging & Testing Tools: Advanced debugging, diagnostics, and testing capabilities to improve code quality.
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Source Control Integration: Built-in integration with Git and Azure DevOps.
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Cloud & Application Development: Enables development for web, desktop, mobile, and cloud-based applications.
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Subscription Benefits: Includes software updates, licensing benefits, and access to select Microsoft developer resources.
Benefits
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Efficient Development Workflow: Streamlines coding, testing, and deployment processes.
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Improved Code Quality: Helps identify and resolve issues early in the development lifecycle.
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Supports Enterprise Applications: Ideal for building and maintaining institutional and business-critical systems.
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Developer Productivity: Provides reliable tools that support modern software development practices.
Available to
Microsoft Visual Studio Professional subscriptions are available to authorized faculty, staff, and developers who require professional development tools for application development, system integration, or institutional projects. Access is granted based on role and approved use cases.
Cost
Visual Studio Professional is licensed through a subscription model. Licensing and renewals are centrally managed by the University.
*For questions regarding access, licensing, or eligibility, please contact the ITS Service Desk*