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IntelliJ IDEA: The Documentary

IntelliJ IDEA: The Documentary

2026 · Film · short · 39 min

Directed by Jaś Miszewski

This is the IDE that changed everything. This documentary traces the 25-year journey of one of the most beloved tools in software development. Through rare archival footage, intimate interviews, and behind-the-scenes moments, it explores how IntelliJ IDEA challenged the status quo, shaped the Java world, and set the standard for intelligent tooling, all while staying true to its founding vision: helping developers do their best work. Featuring stories from JetBrains creators, current engineers, and voices from Google, Oracle, and the Spring community.

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