PDE (Plug-in Development Environment)

PDE (Plug-in Development Environment) is a specialized software platform that provides tools and resources to create, test, and manage plug-ins—custom extensions or add-ons—for larger applications like Eclipse. It streamlines the development process by offering code editors, debugging tools, and libraries tailored to building modular components. By using PDE, developers can efficiently develop new features or functionalities that integrate seamlessly with the host application, enhancing its capabilities without altering its core. Essentially, PDE acts as a dedicated workspace designed to facilitate the creation and maintenance of plug-ins within complex software ecosystems.