Google Colab allows users to write and execute Python code in a web-based notebook format. It is especially useful for machine learning and data analysis, enabling real-time collaboration and sharing.
Key features
- Free access to powerful GPUs
- Seamless integration with Google Drive
- Real-time collaboration with team members
- Support for popular libraries like TensorFlow and PyTorch
- Easy sharing and publishing of notebooks
Pros
- No setup required; start coding immediately
- Flexible and easy to use for beginners and experts
- Rich ecosystem of libraries and tools
- Free tier offers ample resources for small projects
Cons
- Limited computational resources for intensive tasks
- Not suitable for very large datasets
- Export options can be cumbersome