7.1.1. Types of Development Environments

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a local environment?

   Hint

   Think of where you write and test your code.

2. 2.

   Name one tool typically used in a local environment.

   Hint

   Consider tools for writing code.

3. 3.

   What type of environment runs entirely on a developer's machine?

   • Local Environment
   • Cloud-Based Environment
   • Containerized Environment

   Hint

   This is where you might install your IDE.

4. 4.

   True or False: A virtual environment can help prevent dependency conflicts.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider projects needing different library versions.

5. 5.

   Imagine you're working on two projects that require different versions of the same library. How would you handle this situation?

   Hint

   Consider how virtual environments allow for separation.

6. 6.

   Discuss the benefits of using a containerized environment when deploying a web application.

   Hint

   Think about consistency and deployment challenges.