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Netbeans - A suitable IDE for getting started to java development
July 03, 2022

Netbeans - A suitable IDE for getting started to java development

Tharsanan Kurukulasingam | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 6 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with NetBeans

I am using NetBeans since my university. I use this IDE for java related project development for smaller pet projects. For smaller projects using NetBeans is really easy so whenever I need to create some pet projects I use NetBeans. Unlike Eclipse and Intellij NetBeans is lightweight so spinning up the application and starting the development is really easy.
  • Wide range of plugins.
  • Easy to install and lightweight runtime.
  • Works well for smaller projects.
  • Can improve the UI.
  • I feel like netbeans is not up to the level for legacy application development.
  • Customization of the IDE can be improved.
  • Java editor
  • Debugger
  • Html support
  • It helps me create java applications without any problems when it comes to smaller projects.
  • Can improve intelligence and it will greatly improve the speed of the development.
I would say NetBeans only shines when it comes to smaller projects. I prefer using Eclipse and Intellij over NetBeans when it comes to developing larger projects.

Do you think NetBeans delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with NetBeans's feature set?

Yes

Did NetBeans live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of NetBeans go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy NetBeans again?

Yes

NetBeans is well-sited for smaller application development. When I tried to use NetBeans for larger projects I felt like Eclipse was better than it and switched back to Eclipse, it could be a personal view though. In my view, NetBeans can definitely improve the UI can have custom themes and views.