How to Install Python Pycharm on Linux?

To run Python programs, we need an interpreter. While online tools are available, offline interpreters are better for serious development.

PyCharm, developed by JetBrains, is one of the most widely used Python IDEs. It offers:

• Smart code completion and inspection
• Powerful debugging tools
• Support for frameworks like Django and Flask
• Integrated package management

PyCharm helps streamline Python development with productivity-focused features.

Installation:

Most of the Linux OS has Python pre-installed. To check if your device is pre-installed with Python or not, follow these steps:

1. Open the terminal (Ctrl + Alt + T)
2. Run the following commands:

python --version

If Python is already installed, it will generate a message with the Python version available.

If Python is not present, go through: How to install Python on Linux?

Installing PyCharm on Linux

Step 1: Download PyCharm

Go to JetBrains’ official website and download the tar.gz package for PyCharm Community Edition or Professional Edition.

Step 2: Extract the Files

Once downloaded:

Download the PyCharm and follow the further instructions for its Setup.

Step 3: Begin setting up PyCharm:

• Download the tar.gz file for PyCharm:
• Extract Files to a Folder:
• Extraction Process:
• Extracted File for PyCharm:
• Open Terminal in bin Folder: Go to home -> nikhil -> Documents -> pycharm-community-2019.3.1 -> bin and open Terminal Window
• Command to Start PyCharm: In the terminal window, type the following command to start PyCharm.

  ./pycharm.sh

  
• Finished Setup: