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| Developer(s) | devonfw |
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| Initial release | March 22, 2024 |
| Stable release | 2025.05.001
/ May 15, 2025 |
| Repository | github |
| Written in | Java, Bash |
| Operating system | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| License | Apache License 2.0 |
IDEasy is a free and open-source tool.[1] that provides a command-line interface (CLI) for automating the setup and maintenance of development environments. It is the successor to devonfw-ide [2][3][4] and is developed as part of the devonfw initiative [5], which is supported by Capgemini [6]. IDEasy is designed to streamline developer onboarding by providing consistent, project-specific environments with minimal manual configuration. It is particularly suited for teams working across multiple projects with diverse toolchains and configuration needs.
History
[edit]IDEasy was introduced in 2024 as a modern replacement for devonfw-ide [1]. It was created to address limitations in flexibility, maintainability, and cross-platform support found in its predecessor. The tool is actively maintained by contributors from the devonfw community [5] and is hosted on GitHub [1].
Features
[edit]IDEasy provides a command-line interface for initializing fully configured development environments with a single command. Each environment is defined by a lightweight configuration stored in a Git repository, allowing teams to version, share, and maintain project-specific settings [1].
The tool supports sandboxed environments to prevent conflicts between tools or configurations, facilitating parallel development across multiple projects. It also supports multi-tenancy, enabling multiple environments to coexist on the same machine without interference [1].
IDEasy supports multiple workspaces, allowing developers to manage different branches or sub-projects, with clear labeling within integrated development environments (IDEs). It automates environment setup and updates, minimizing manual steps and reducing the risk of configuration errors. It follows a lightweight design that avoids global system modifications [1].
Designed for extensibility, IDEasy integrates with a wide range of development tools, including proprietary software where licensing permits. Project configurations can be stored in version control systems such as GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket, supporting collaborative workflows [1].
While IDEasy is currently supported on Windows, support for macOS and Linux is under active development. The tool is distributed under the Apache License 2.0 [7] and is available as free and open-source software [1] .
Technology
[edit]IDEasy is primarily written in Java, with supporting scripts in Shell. It is distributed as a standalone executable and does not require administrative privileges to run. The tool uses Git for configuration management and supports integration with various development tools and IDEs. While cross-platform support is still being finalized, the tool is designed to be platform-independent [1].
Usage
[edit]To use IDEasy, developers clone a project-specific configuration repository and run the ide create command using the IDEasy CLI. This triggers the download and setup of all necessary tools and configurations. The tool is designed to be intuitive and requires minimal manual intervention [1][8]
License and Contributions
[edit]IDEasy is released under the Apache License 2.0.[7]. The project is hosted on GitHub, where users can report issues, contribute code, and participate in discussions[9]. As of 2025, the project has over 30 contributors and continues to evolve with regular releases [1]
See Also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k "IDEasy Repository". GitHub. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "devonfw-ide Repository". GitHub. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "28.02.2024: IDEasy & GraalVM – Automatisierung der IDE". GitHub. October 17, 2023. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Hohwiller, Jörg (October 2020). "Javamagazin - Entwicklungsumgebung automatisieren" (PDF). Capgemini. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b "devonfw - Architecture blueprints and patterns for cloud native (micro-) services and multi-platform client applications". devonfw. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Capgemini. "devonfw" (PDF). Capgemini. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b Apache Software Foundation. "Apache License, Version 2.0". Apache. Retrieved May 20, 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "IDEasy Documentation". GitHub. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "IDEasy Discussions". GitHub. Retrieved May 21, 2025.
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