Visual Micro for ArduinoVisual Micro for Arduino 
Visual Micro for Arduino (arduino.exe) free download, latest version 17.06.2502, Visual Studio developers no longer need to use the Arduino Ide.
Arduino for Visual Studio eliminates the need for the traditional Arduino IDE, streamlining your workflow and offering a more advanced development environment. Whether you're a seasoned developer or transitioning from the Arduino IDE, this tool simplifies the process with just a simple setup—only requiring the path to the arduino.exe. It's the most comprehensive and user-friendly build environment available for Arduino projects.
Designed for those who already have experience using the Arduino IDE, this tool integrates seamlessly into Visual Studio, providing a powerful alternative to the standard setup. It makes coding more efficient, with improved debugging features, easier project management, and better overall performance.