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macOS vs Windows

Developers should learn macOS for building native applications for Apple devices, using development tools like Xcode, and for its Unix-like environment that supports command-line workflows and scripting meets developers should learn windows for building desktop applications, enterprise software, or games using platforms like . Here's our take.

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macOS

Developers should learn macOS for building native applications for Apple devices, using development tools like Xcode, and for its Unix-like environment that supports command-line workflows and scripting

macOS

Nice Pick

Developers should learn macOS for building native applications for Apple devices, using development tools like Xcode, and for its Unix-like environment that supports command-line workflows and scripting

Pros

  • +It is essential for iOS and macOS app development, as well as for cross-platform development targeting Apple platforms
  • +Related to: xcode, swift

Cons

  • -Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Windows

Developers should learn Windows for building desktop applications, enterprise software, or games using platforms like

Pros

  • +NET, as it dominates the business and consumer PC markets
  • +Related to: c-sharp, dotnet

Cons

  • -Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use macOS if: You want it is essential for ios and macos app development, as well as for cross-platform development targeting apple platforms and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use Windows if: You prioritize net, as it dominates the business and consumer pc markets over what macOS offers.

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The Bottom Line
macOS wins

Developers should learn macOS for building native applications for Apple devices, using development tools like Xcode, and for its Unix-like environment that supports command-line workflows and scripting

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