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.
Visual Studio Professional 2022
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Debugging applications efficiently with versatile features and integrations
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
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.
What needs improvement?
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.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the product gradually since around 2005.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Microsoft Visual Studio is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable, depending on my client's demand.
How are customer service and support?
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.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup has resolved a lot year on year. It's straightforward and has improved more from time to time.
What about the implementation team?
IT permission is needed, so I cannot install it myself.
What was our ROI?
In terms of expedited development, Microsoft Visual Studio features have saved me maybe five percent of time.
What other advice do I have?
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.
User-friendly interface enables seamless development and significant time savings
What is our primary use case?
I am using Microsoft Visual Studio for development purposes for my different clients in the USA and other regions. I use it in developing applications, web applications, and mobile Android applications.
What is most valuable?
Microsoft Visual Studio is very easy to use with an excellent graphic interface. It is easy to understand for both experienced users and new users. The availability of the community edition allows users to access the tool without cost, and if needed for production, they can opt for the paid version.
What needs improvement?
User authentication with the local database creates some problems. Integration with a local database on a VM server may also create issues, though connecting with a Cloud VM works well.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for about one and a half years.
What was my experience with deployment of the solution?
Maintenance is very easy. There is no significant maintenance requirement after installation. The process is straightforward, and one person is enough to handle it.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Microsoft Visual Studio is stable, and I haven't encountered significant performance issues.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The version of Microsoft Visual Studio I use is scalable. Even with the community edition, it provides scalable options.
How are customer service and support?
When Microsoft shifted their service to regions like China and India, the support team there was not professional and lacked adequate knowledge. Creating multiple support tickets was required to get a proper response. In contrast, the Microsoft team provided appropriate guidance.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
How was the initial setup?
The installation process was straightforward. You can simply download the software and use the Cloud Auto Installer to get all the required tools. One person can handle the installation process.
What was our ROI?
Using Microsoft Visual Studio has saved me considerable time and effort during development. The savings are between twenty and fifty percent in terms of both time and money.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing for Microsoft Visual Studio is expensive. The charges are $499 per user per month for the 2022 version, and the professional version costs $29. This is particularly costly in the South Asia region due to currency differences. Microsoft should consider regional pricing adjustments to make it more affordable.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend Microsoft Visual Studio for new users because it provides a simple and effective user interface which is beneficial for learning development. I rate the solution eight out of ten. My overall product rating is eight.
Integrated tools and extensions offer straightforward and efficient code development
What is our primary use case?
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.
What is most valuable?
What needs improvement?
Maybe some documentation could be better. They can generate some educational videos online, which would be helpful.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for the last five to six years, but I do not use it frequently.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Microsoft Visual Studio is stable. I have not encountered any problems.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
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.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I use Notepad++ more often than Microsoft Visual Studio.
How was the initial setup?
The installation of Microsoft Visual Studio is simple, and one person can manage it.
What was our ROI?
The ROI includes time savings, which are approximately ten to twenty percent.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
As a partner, the cost may be part of an integrated license package. I am not sure about specific pricing details.
What other advice do I have?
Maybe sometimes Microsoft Visual Studio hangs if your computer resources are limited. Rating it, I would give it eight points overall.
Test code efficiency improves with integrated debugger and automation
What is our primary use case?
I use Microsoft Visual Studio to write the test code for all of our products. I use it with C#. I integrate UFT within, I integrate the AnyUnit testing framework, and I integrate our API libraries.
What is most valuable?
The test explorer is really important for us as it aids in testing, along with the regular debugger. Even though I forgot the term for it at the moment, there is an overall debugger tool within the IDE that is very effective. This comprehensive debugger tool does the job efficiently, making our work easier.
What needs improvement?
I expect that the AI features will be more reachable and more integrated as part of the solution in the next updates, especially in the orientation of testing.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been dealing with Microsoft Visual Studio for approximately ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
As far as I know, there is no problem, and Microsoft Visual Studio is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
As far as I know, Microsoft Visual Studio is scalable.
How are customer service and support?
I have never required Microsoft's technical support for the last ten years. Everything is on site.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
How was the initial setup?
The installation is straightforward, and I do not have any issues with it. One person is enough to do it.
What about the implementation team?
We have 365 support, so maintenance is done by the IT guys.
What was our ROI?
We see savings in terms of time and money. If I take the manual testing against automatic testing, we see about an 80% saving.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing is part of a big acquisition. I do not know how much a single license costs.
What other advice do I have?
When new customers are looking for a new IDE or their development environment, they need to think about the overall libraries and tools they need to work with. They should ensure everything is integrated together and that it is easy to use and install. One significant aspect is to check that everything comes together. Overall, my experience with Microsoft Visual Studio is rated 9.5 out of 10.
Team collaboration improves and coding efficiency is boosted through advanced features
What is our primary use case?
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.
What is most valuable?
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.
What needs improvement?
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.
For how long have I used the solution?
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.
What was my experience with deployment of the solution?
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.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Microsoft Visual Studio is highly stable. I have not received any negative feedback from our developers regarding stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Based on our use, Microsoft Visual Studio has a high level of scalability. I would rate it as nine.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We have always used Microsoft Visual Studio for development. It came naturally with what we were comfortable using from the start.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is very easy. There have been no challenges, and developers find the process straightforward.
What about the implementation team?
Developers install Microsoft Visual Studio on their work machines, and they take ownership from that point. There have been no maintenance needs reported.
What was our ROI?
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.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
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.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Not really. The decision to use Microsoft Visual Studio was based on its acceptance and availability at the time the company started.
What other advice do I have?
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.
Comprehensive coverage for seamless development across platforms
What is our primary use case?
I use Microsoft Visual Studio across the entire software development lifecycle, mainly for development, testing, analysis, deployment, and monitoring.
What is most valuable?
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.
What needs improvement?
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.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for more than a decade, maybe at least twelve to thirteen years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Microsoft Visual Studio is very stable, scoring around nine to nine point five out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
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.
How are customer service and support?
Support centers are available, and it is generally adequate, but I may not be the best person to comment on technical support interactions.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Once I used Microsoft Visual Studio, I have never moved on to any other solutions.
How was the initial setup?
The installation of Microsoft Visual Studio provides a seamless experience for everyone, regardless of the version or platform.
What was our ROI?
Microsoft Visual Studio provides value for money, enabling time and cost savings. Its features are unmatched at this price range.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing of Microsoft Visual Studio is competitive from an organizational perspective, both for smaller and larger organizations.
What other advice do I have?
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.
An easy-to-install solution with documentation but improvement is needed in integration
What is most valuable?
You can use the solution to do coding and drag and drop. It is easy to install with web documentation.
What needs improvement?
Microsoft Visual Studio needs to improve integration.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the product for 15 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Microsoft Visual Studio is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable.
How was the initial setup?
The tool's deployment is straightforward. Deployment takes between ten minutes to one day. One resource is enough to handle the deployment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Microsoft Visual Studio is not expensive. Its licensing costs are expensive.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the product a nine out of ten.
A stable solution that provides advanced design and reporting features
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution for Windows applications and different .NET features. We also use the BI tools.
What is most valuable?
I like the design tools. Nowadays, it is very advanced. We can use different .NET features.
What needs improvement?
We have different platforms available for web development. The solution must provide user-friendly features. We get updates frequently. Multiple versions are released within a short period. We need to keep updating the solution.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for more than ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the tool’s stability an eight out of ten. We need to consider a lot of things while creating projects on Visual Studio. There are a lot of dependencies to add and maintain.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The tool is scalable. There are more than 1000 users in our organization.
How are customer service and support?
We have used Microsoft’s support for SQL Server Reporting Services. Sometimes, we do not receive prompt responses. We have to work with different teams and need to wait for resolutions.
How was the initial setup?
The setup is straightforward. We update the product when we get information from our teams.
What about the implementation team?
The deployment can be done in-house.
What was our ROI?
The solution has benefited us. The users are really happy to use the product for reporting purposes. It has many features.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend the solution to others. Overall, I rate the tool an eight out of ten.
Can be used to develop applications but needs improvement in integrations
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution to develop applications.
What needs improvement?
Microsoft Visual Studio needs to improve integration.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the product for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate Microsoft Visual Studio's stability a nine out of ten.
How was the initial setup?
The tool's deployment is straightforward. It takes less than an hour to complete.
What about the implementation team?
I can install the solution by myself.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Microsoft Visual Studio is a free product.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Microsoft Visual Studio a nine out of ten.
All recent versions have live code, which allows multiple people to code on the same platform
What is our primary use case?
We use Microsoft Visual Studio for general development, web development, and IT development.
What is most valuable?
Microsoft Visual Studio is an easy-to-use solution. All recent versions of Microsoft Visual Studio have live code, which allows multiple people to code on the same thing. The other valuable features of Microsoft Visual Studio are the integrations and extensions.
What needs improvement?
The solution’s technical support could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Microsoft Visual Studio for more than ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate Microsoft Visual Studio ten out of ten for stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Over 1,000 users are using the solution in our organization.
I rate Microsoft Visual Studio a nine out of ten for scalability.
How are customer service and support?
The solution's technical support is average. In some cases, I find it very good, and in other cases not so good.
How was the initial setup?
The solution's initial setup takes a while but is quite straightforward.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We purchased an expensive enterprise version of Microsoft Visual Studio.
What other advice do I have?
Microsoft Visual Studio helps streamline team collaboration. I would recommend Microsoft Visual Studio to other users.
Overall, I rate Microsoft Visual Studio a nine out of ten.
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