GNU/Linux Fedora 42 PyCharm Installation – QuickStart Guide
Hi! This Tutorial provides a Step-by-Step Guide on How to Install PyCharm Community or Professional Edition on Fedora 42 GNU/Linux 64-bit Desktop.
PyCharm for Fedora 42 is a powerful Python IDE offering a complete toolset for Python Development.
Tip: For an easier setup, consider the PyCharm Flatpak Installation.
Main Features of the PyCharm Community Edition include:
- Lightweight IDE tailored for Python development
- Free and Open Source under Apache 2 license
- Intelligent Code Editor, Debugger, Refactorings, Code Inspections, and VCS integration
- Advanced Project Navigation, Built-in Testing Tools, Customizable Interface, and Vim Emulation

1. Launching the Terminal
Open a Terminal window.
(Press “Enter” to execute each command)2. Installing Flatpak
Install Flatpak on Fedora 42
First, check if Flatpak is already installed:which flatpak