Jupyter Notebook and JupyterLab are both open-source tools designed for interactive data work, supporting Python, R, and Julia kernels and allowing users to work within a browser-based environment. Jupyter Notebook is known for its simplicity and is ideal for solo projects, but it lacks real-time collaboration capabilities, making file sharing cumbersome. JupyterLab, an upgraded version of Jupyter Notebook, offers a more feature-rich experience with multiple tabs, a visual debugger, and extensions for enhanced functionality; however, its real-time collaboration features are limited and can be resource-intensive for older machines. For teams needing advanced collaboration, governed sharing, and efficient publishing, Hex is presented as a superior alternative, offering real-time collaborative editing, AI-powered assistance, and seamless integration with data warehouses, while maintaining enterprise-level governance and publishing capabilities. Each tool serves different needs, with Jupyter Notebook being suitable for individual learning, JupyterLab for power users requiring multiple open files and terminals, and Hex for teams working across locations with a need for collaborative and scalable data solutions.