BlueJ AlternativesIDEs and other similar apps like BlueJ

BlueJ is described as 'Integrated Development Environment for Java, developed mainly for educational purposes, but also suitable for small-scale software development. It was developed to support the learning and teaching of object-oriented programming, and its design differs from other' and is a IDE in the development category. There are more than 25 alternatives to BlueJ for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Web-based, Linux, Mac and iPad apps. The best BlueJ alternative is Visual Studio Code, which is free. Other great apps like BlueJ are Eclipse, Apache NetBeans, IntelliJ IDEA and MonoDevelop.

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BlueJ is an Integrated Development Environment for Java, developed mainly for educational purposes, but also suitable for small-scale software development. It was developed to support the learning and teaching of...

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  1. Visual Studio Code icon

    Visual Studio Code

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    Free and extensible code editor with built-in Git support, smart IntelliSense, integrated debugger, 30,000+ extensions, works offline, supports markdown and syntax highlighting for numerous languages.

    205 Visual Studio Code alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    Visual Studio Code screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Autocompletion
    3.  Built-in terminal emulation
    4.  Syntax Highlighting
    5.  Code Completion
    6.  Multiple languages
    7. Git icon  Git Support
    8. GitHub icon  GitHub Integration
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Supports Python
    11.  Multiple Cursors
    12.  C++

    Visual Studio Code VS BlueJ

     

    • Visual Studio Code is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to BlueJ.

    • Visual Studio Code is the most popular free alternative to BlueJ.

    • Visual Studio Code is Free and ProprietaryBlueJ is Free and Open Source
    • Visual Studio Code is CustomizableBlueJ is not according to our users
  2. Eclipse icon

    Eclipse

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    Eclipse is an extensible development platform with runtimes and application frameworks for building, deploying and managing software across the entire software lifecycle. Many people know Eclipse as a Java IDE, but it is much more than that- Eclipse actually consists of over 60...

    154 Eclipse alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    eclipse on windows 10

    Top Eclipse Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Java IDE
    3.  C++
    4.  Refactoring
    5.  Autocompletion
    6.  Syntax Highlighting
    7.  Portable
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Code Formatting
    10.  Batch Editing
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  Spell Checking

    Eclipse VS BlueJ

     

    • Most users think Eclipse is a great BlueJ alternative.

    • Eclipse is the most popular Open Source alternative to BlueJ.

    • Eclipse is Free and Open SourceBlueJ is also Free and Open Source
  4. Apache NetBeans icon

    Apache NetBeans

     739 likes
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    A free, open-source Integrated Development Environment for software developers. You get all the tools you need to create professional desktop, enterprise, web, and mobile applications with the Java language, C/C++, and even dynamic languages such as PHP, JavaScript, Groovy, and...

    103 Apache NetBeans alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Editor

    Top Apache NetBeans Features

    1.  Java IDE
    2.  Refactoring
    3.  Code Formatting
    4. Git icon  Git Support
    5.  Embedded debugger
    6.  Built-in terminal emulation
    7.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    8.  Syntax Highlighting
    9.  Simple installation
    10.  Code Completion
    11.  PHP IDE
    12.  Multiple languages

    Apache NetBeans VS BlueJ

     
  5. IntelliJ IDEA icon

    IntelliJ IDEA

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    IntelliJ IDEA is the JetBrains IDE for pro development in Java and Kotlin. Built for your comfort, it unlocks productivity, ensures quality code, supports cutting-edge tech, and protects your privacy.

    57 IntelliJ IDEA alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    IntelliJ IDEA interface overview: the Project tool window (left) outlines the code structure and the Editor (right) is used to read, write, and explore the source code.

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Code Completion
    2.  Java IDE
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Syntax Highlighting
    5.  Real time collaboration
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Autocompletion
    9.  Spell Checking
    10.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    11.  No registration required
    12.  WYSIWYG Support

    IntelliJ IDEA VS BlueJ

     
    Comments about IntelliJ IDEA as an Alternative to BlueJ
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    It is better only if you are a developer. Just go with a text editor like ATOM if you are learning java because you need to know how to execute programs from the command-line if you program in Java or any other programming language.

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    • IntelliJ IDEA is Freemium and Open SourceBlueJ is Free and Open Source
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    MonoDevelop

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    MonoDevelop enables developers to write desktop and web applications on Linux, Windows and Mac OS X. It also makes it easy to port .NET applications created with Visual Studio to Linux and Mac OS X maintaining a single code base for all platforms.

    28 MonoDevelop alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • .NET Framework
    • Xamarin Studio
    MonoDevelop screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    As of October 2021, the GitHub repository README has been updated to say "This project has not been built nor maintained since January 2020 and has been archived".

    MonoDevelop Features

    1.  Syntax Highlighting
    2.  Code Completion
    3. Unity icon  Unity Integration
    4.  Visual Programming
    5.  NET Framework
    6.  Nuget

    MonoDevelop VS BlueJ

     
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    Cosmic IDE

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    There are a lot of cases where you want to quickly test some Java code but don't have your computer open besides you. You open your browser and search for some website for this purpose. But you're neither guaranteed to have internet all the time (do you?

    52 Cosmic IDE alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    Cosmic IDE Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Works Offline
    3. Git icon  Git Support
    4.  Java IDE

    Cosmic IDE VS BlueJ

     

    • Cosmic IDE is the most popular Android alternative to BlueJ.

    • Cosmic IDE is Free and Open SourceBlueJ is also Free and Open Source
  9. Programming Hub icon

    Programming Hub

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    The best app to learn 14+ programming languages such as Python, Assembly, HTML, VB.NET, C, C++, C# (C Sharp), JavaScript, PHP, Ruby, R Programming, CSS, Java and much more!.

    92 Programming Hub alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Programming Hub screenshot 1
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    Programming Hub VS BlueJ

     

    • Almost everyone thinks Programming Hub is a great BlueJ alternative.

    • Programming Hub is the most popular iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to BlueJ.

    • Programming Hub is Freemium and ProprietaryBlueJ is Free and Open Source
  10. CodeBrew icon

    CodeBrew

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    Unleash the power of Java coding on your iPhone or iPad with CodeBrew - the ultimate Java Integrated Development Environment designed for developers on the go. Dive into the world of seamless coding, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your programming journey.

    55 CodeBrew alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    CodeBrew Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Syntax Highlighting
    3.  No registration required
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Autocompletion
    6.  Works Offline
    7.  Java IDE

    CodeBrew VS BlueJ

     
  11. SitePoint icon

    SitePoint

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    Learn Web Design and Development with SitePoint tutorials, courses, and books - HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, mobile app development, Responsive Web Design.

    106 SitePoint alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online

    SitePoint VS BlueJ

     
  12. Waterbear icon

    Waterbear

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    Waterbear is a toolkit for making programming more accessible and fun. Having a visual language means you don't have to focus on learning a syntax to start programming.

    28 Waterbear alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    Waterbear screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Educational

    Features

    1.  Visual Programming

    Waterbear VS BlueJ

     
  13. Coderbyte icon

    Coderbyte

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    Coderbyte is a place built for anyone to practice and perfect their programming skills. Challenges are added almost every day so you can work on applying your algorithmic thought process on any problem you want at anytime.

    100 Coderbyte alternatives

    License model

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    Platforms

    • Online

    Coderbyte VS BlueJ

     

    • Coderbyte is the most popular commercial alternative to BlueJ.

    • Coderbyte is Paid and ProprietaryBlueJ is Free and Open Source
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    CodeAvengers

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    Code Avengers is the fun, easy way to learn Javascript, the computer programming language of the web. Learners of all ability will enjoy the free interactive online lessons. Be a Coding Superhero with Code...

    60 CodeAvengers alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online

    CodeAvengers Features

    1.  Coding

    CodeAvengers VS BlueJ

     
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