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Full-featured IDE from Microsoft
Visual Studio is IDE software offering Microsoft's IDE for .NET, C++ and cross-platform development with GitHub Copilot. Founded in 1997 and based in Redmond, Washington, USA, Visual Studio helps Windows and .NET developers work more efficiently and achieve better outcomes.
Visual Studio is built for Windows and .NET developers. It suits teams that want .NET and C++ development without spreadsheets and disconnected tools.
Compared with alternatives like Rider, Visual Studio differentiates on .NET and C++ development. Pricing is quote-based and scoped to your usage and team size.
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SOC 2 Type II
EnterpriseISO 27001
EnterpriseGDPR Compliant
GlobalHIPAA
HealthcarePCI DSS
FinanceCCPA
PrivacyFedRAMP
GovernmentCSA STAR
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