What Is A Software Development Tool?

[Gsusangrey]

I'm learning about programming and came across the term 'software development tool.' Can someone explain what it is and how it's used in the development process?

 

[Kelseyleblanc]

A software development tool is any program or application used by developers to create, debug, maintain, or support other software. This includes IDEs, code editors, compilers, debuggers, version control systems (like Git), and project management platforms that streamline the development process.