There are multiple ways to get started with F#. We have multiple articles written to provide a guide for each major way. You can use the following table to help in making a decision.
| OS | Prefer Visual Studio | Prefer Visual Studio Code | Prefer a command line |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Get started with Visual Studio | Get started with VSCode and Ionide | Get started with the .NET Core CLI |
| macOS | Get started with VS for Mac | Get started with VSCode and Ionide | Get started with the .NET Core CLI |
| Linux | N/A | Get started with VSCode and Ionide | Get started with the .NET Core CLI |
In general, there is no specific way to get started which is better than the rest. We recommend trying all ways to use F# on your machine to see what you like the best!