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

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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...

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    eclipse on windows 10

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    eclipse on macOS

    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.  Works Offline
    10.  Spell Checking
    11.  Code Formatting
    12.  Batch Editing
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    • 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
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    Apache NetBeans

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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...

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    Editor

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

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

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    IntelliJ IDEA, a JetBrains IDE, is the leading integrated development environment that makes Java and Kotlin development a more productive and enjoyable experience. It helps you produce high-quality code more efficiently, provides everything you need out of the box, and takes...

    60 IntelliJ IDEA alternatives
    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.

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Inspections help find probable bugs and dead code, detect performance issues, and improve the overall code structure by providing quick-fixes for any code that contains potential concerns.
    In the Search Everywhere window, you can search for files, actions, classes, symbols, settings, UI elements, and anything in Git, all from a single entry point.
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    IntelliJ IDEA provides first-class support for leading frameworks with dedicated assistance for Jakarta EE, JPA, Reactor, Spring and Spring Boot, and other popular frameworks.

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes
    2.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Code Completion
    2.  Java IDE
    3.  Auto Correction
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Syntax Highlighting
    6.  Real time collaboration
    7.  Ad-free
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  Autocompletion
    10.  Spell Checking
    11.  Code Formatting
    12. Git icon  Git Support
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  5. Cosmic IDE icon
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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?

    53 Cosmic IDE alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid

    Cosmic IDE Features

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

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

    • Cosmic IDE is Free and Open SourceDrJava is also Free and Open Source
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    BlueJ

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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...

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    BlueJ in Windows.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi

    BlueJ Features

    1.  Java IDE
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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
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    Java-Editor

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    Integrated Java development environments set high requirements on the computer equipment.

    140 Java-Editor alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Java-Editor Features

    1.  Java IDE
    2.  GUI Designer
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    Embitz

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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, ...).

    140 Embitz alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Embitz Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
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    Corezoid Process Engine

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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.

    308 Corezoid Process Engine alternatives
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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    Corezoid Process Engine Features

    1. Git icon  Git Support
    2.  Platform as a service
    3.  API Management
    4.  Web-Based
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    • 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
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    OpenBeans

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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...

    97 OpenBeans alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    OpenBeans iconDrJava Icon

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