pyzo ☆
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Description:
Python IDE focused on interactivity and introspection
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.21.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: python ide development scientific qt interactive
Install: brew install --cask pyzo
About:
Pyzo is a cross-platform Python IDE built on Qt, designed for interactive computing and code introspection. It features a unique variable explorer and an integrated help system that provides real-time documentation for objects. Its lightweight architecture and simple interface make it ideal for scientific exploration and learning.
Key Features:
  • Interactive shell with variable explorer
  • Integrated help system for instant introspection
  • Cross-platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • Built-in editor with syntax highlighting
  • Lightweight and fast startup
Use Cases:
  • Scientific computing and data analysis
  • Python education and learning
  • Quick prototyping and scripting
Alternatives:
  • VS Code – More extensible but heavier and more complex to configure for Python
  • PyCharm – Full-featured IDE with advanced debugging, but significantly more resource-intensive
  • Spyder – Similar scientific focus, but Spyder is tied to the Anaconda ecosystem
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 9, 2026 10:43am 4.21.0 0 VERSION_BUMP d5390ae7
Aug 4, 2025 4:14pm 4.20.0 0 VERSION_BUMP b4dbe535
Jul 5, 2024 11:54am 4.16.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 8d702f46
Jul 2, 2024 11:08pm 4.15.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 1c5916aa
Nov 29, 2023 1:02pm 4.14.3 0 VERSION_BUMP bbd97faa
Nov 28, 2023 11:09am 4.14.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 4f769d94
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