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Kokila M.

Developer I - Software Engineer

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

7/24/2026

"Boosts Java Development Productivity with Ease"

4.5/5

What do you like best about IntelliJ IDEA?

I primarily use IntelliJ IDEA for Java backend development. I like its intelligent code completion, fast navigation, built-in debugging, and seamless Git integration. It makes Java development more efficient and improves productivity. It speeds up development with smart code completion, easy debugging, built-in Git support, and powerful refactoring tools. The smart code completion reduces typing, navigation makes it easy to find classes and methods, the debugger helps quickly identify issues, and Git integration simplifies version control without leaving the IDE. The initial setup was straightforward. The installation wizard and built-in support for Maven and Git made it easy to get started. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IntelliJ IDEA?

I find IntelliJ IDEA can be resource-intensive on large projects, and some advanced features have a learning curve for new users like me. Features like advanced debugging, profiling, and custom IDE settings can take some time to learn. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is IntelliJ IDEA solving and how is that benefiting you?

Before using IntelliJ IDEA, development and debugging took more time due to limited code assistance and navigation. After switching, smart code completion, powerful debugging, and built-in Git integration helped us identify issues faster, write cleaner code, and reduce development time. The productivity improvements justified the investment by saving developer time and improving overall efficiency. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.