If you have access to an IDE, why would anyone use a text editor?
DanielBMarkham: [Cue the "all real programmers use vim/emacs/etc" comments.]I've used both. I like both. If you're new, I'd start with an IDE and lots of online, context-sensitive help.And an easy language.Once you get your feet wet writing a few apps, keep challenging yourself by moving to more complex languages and less-visual environments.