DrJava AlternativesCode Editors and other similar apps like DrJava

DrJava is described as 'Lightweight development environment for writing Java programs. It is designed primarily for students, providing an intuitive interface and the ability to interactively evaluate Java code. It also includes powerful features for more advanced users' and is a Code Editor in the development category. There are nine alternatives to DrJava for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and BSD apps. The best DrJava alternative is Eclipse, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like DrJava are Apache NetBeans, IntelliJ IDEA, Cosmic IDE and BlueJ.

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  1. Eclipse icon
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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...

    146 Eclipse alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
    • Eclipse is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to DrJava.

    • Eclipse is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to DrJava.

    • Eclipse is Free and Open SourceDrJava is also Free and Open Source
  2. Apache NetBeans icon
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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...

    96 Apache NetBeans alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  3. IntelliJ IDEA icon
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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.

    58 IntelliJ IDEA alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  4. Cosmic IDE icon
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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?

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
    • Cosmic IDE is the most popular Android alternative to DrJava.

    • Cosmic IDE is Free and Open SourceDrJava is also Free and Open Source
  5. BlueJ icon
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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 object-oriented programming, and its design differs from other...

    26 BlueJ alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
     
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    Generates entire class. The reason for Dr. Java is for students to learn the basics

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    • BlueJ is Free and Open SourceDrJava is also Free and Open Source
  6. Java-Editor icon
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    Integrated Java development environments set high requirements on the computer equipment.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
     
  7. Embitz icon
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    Embitz is a free C/C++ IDE built to meet the most demanding needs of its users working in the field of embedded software development Finally, an IDE with all the features you need and operation across different targets (ARM, MSP430, PIC, ...).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
     
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    Corezoid Process Engine helps companies build, manage, host and run their processes in the cloud without coding. Get your free 30-day trial with the unlimited version of Corezoid right now, including basic support, documentation and learning center.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
    • Corezoid Process Engine is the most popular iPhone, iPad, SaaS & Android Tablet alternative to DrJava.

    • Corezoid Process Engine is the most popular commercial alternative to DrJava.

    • Corezoid Process Engine is Paid and ProprietaryDrJava is Free and Open Source
  9. OpenBeans icon
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    OpenBeans is an open-source IDE distribution. It is not a fork of Apache NetBeans, but a distribution, in the same way Ubuntu is a distribution based on Debian. It packages the best there is in the Apache NetBeans* ecosystem, polishes it, fixes minor annoyances and serves them...

    91 OpenBeans alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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