How to Install PyCharm & Create a Project for CircuitPython (CircuitPython School)

Publié le: 08 janvier 2026
sur la chaîne: Build With Prof. G.

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Code like a pro! In this lesson, we’ll install PyCharm Community Edition—widely considered the gold standard for Python development—and configure it specifically for CircuitPython.

By moving to PyCharm, you get:
Superior Code Completion: Predicts your next move and suggests valid CircuitPython modules.
Advanced Error Handling: Catches bugs before you even save your file.
Integrated AI Tools: Get real-time help and explanations for your code.
We’ll also set up Tio, a powerful utility that lets you use the PyCharm terminal as your Serial Console and REPL, keeping your entire workflow in one window.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the standard "Run" button in PyCharm when working with CircuitPython. That button tries to run code on your computer! For CircuitPython, we save files directly to the CIRCUITPY drive and use Tio to view the output.

This setup works perfectly on both macOS and Windows.

Part of Prof. Gallaugher's course: Physical Computing: Art, Robotics, and Tech for Good. 🚀 Full free playlist: https://bit.ly/circuitpython-school

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