How to Install PyCharm on Ubuntu 24.04

Prepare Ubuntu

Run the command below to update Ubuntu.

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade

Install these packages next.

sudo apt install dirmngr ca-certificates software-properties-common apt-transport-https curl lsb-release

Add JetBrains PPA repository

Adding the JetBrains PPA repository to your Ubuntu 24.04 system is the first step to easily install PyCharm and get the latest updates. You’ll start by importing the software’s security key using a command. This ensures your system trusts the software source before downloading it.

First, import the repository GPG key by running the command below.

curl -s https://s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/jetbrains-ppa/0xA6E8698A.pub.asc | gpg --dearmor | sudo tee /usr/share/keyrings/jetbrains-ppa-archive-keyring.gpg > /dev/null

Then, add the repository by running the command below.

echo "deb [signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/jetbrains-ppa-archive-keyring.gpg] http://jetbrains-ppa.s3-website.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com any main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/jetbrains-ppa.list > /dev/null

Finally, update and install the PyCharm edition for your projects. The community edition is free and has limited features.

Education and Professional editions have more features.

sudo apt update

sudo apt install pycharm-community

sudo apt install pycharm-education

sudo apt install pycharm-professional

Once installed, you can start the different PyCharm editions by running the command below.

pycharm-community

pycharm-professional

pycharm-education

You can also launch it by going to Activities > Show Applications > PyCharm on the desktop.

If you want to uninstall the PyCharm edition you installed, use the command below.

sudo apt remove pycharm-community
sudo apt remove pycharm-professional
sudo apt remove pycharm-education

Install PyCharm via Snap

You can install PyCharm via Snap on Ubuntu 24.04 using a simple command, as Snap packages contain everything needed for installation. If you don’t have Snap installed, you’ll first need to install the Snap package manager using ‘sudo apt install snapd’, which is a quick process.

To do that, install the Snap package manager if it’s not already installed.

sudo apt install snapd

Next, install core Snap and enable classic support by running the command below.

sudo ln -s /var/lib/snapd/snap /snap
sudo snap install core

Then, run the command below to PyCharm edition for your projects from the Snap package manager.

sudo snap install pycharm-community --classic

sudo snap install pycharm-professional --classic

sudo snap install pycharm-educational --classic

Once installed, use the Dock on the left sidebar to search and launch the PyCharm app.

You can also run the app using the command below.

snap run pycharm-community

snap run pycharm-professional

snap run pycharm-educational

Remove the app using the command below.

sudo snap remove pycharm-community
sudo snap remove pycharm-professional
sudo snap remove pycharm-educational

Install PyCharm via Flatpak

Installing PyCharm on Ubuntu 24.04 with Flatpak offers a secure, isolated way to run the application. Since Flatpak isn’t built into Ubuntu by default, you’ll first need to install it. This involves updating your system’s software lists and then installing the Flatpak package manager.

Flatpak is a third-party application distribution system that is not included in Ubuntu by default.

You must install the Flatpak package manager and then install PyCharm from there.

First, update and install Flatpak.

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
sudo apt install flatpak

Next, add the Flatpak repository to Ubuntu.

sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo

Finally, install PyCharm. The education edition is not available on Flatpak.

flatpak install flathub com.jetbrains.PyCharm-Community

flatpak install flathub com.jetbrains.PyCharm-Professional

Once installed, you can launch it using the command below or open the app in the desktop apps center.

flatpak run com.jetbrains.PyCharm-Community

flatpak run com.jetbrains.PyCharm-Professional

Uninstall the app using the command below.

flatpak uninstall --delete-data com.jetbrains.PyCharm-Community
flatpak uninstall --delete-data com.jetbrains.PyCharm-Professional

That should do it!

Conclusion

Installing PyCharm on Ubuntu 24.04 can be accomplished in several straightforward ways. Here are the key takeaways:

• Multiple Installation Methods: You can install PyCharm using APT, Snap, or Flatpak, providing flexibility based on your preferences.
• Editions Available: The Community edition is free, while the Education and Professional editions offer additional features tailored to varied user needs.
• Easy Uninstallation: Uninstalling PyCharm is as simple as executing a command, ensuring you can manage your software easily.
• Enhanced Development Experience: PyCharm enhances productivity with features like intelligent code completion and version control integration.
• User-Friendly Interface: The IDE provides a familiar environment for developers to streamline their coding processes on Ubuntu.

Choosing the correct method and edition of PyCharm can significantly enhance your Python programming workflow on Ubuntu.