AI tools have become a core part of modern software development. Developers rely on them throughout the life cycle, from writing and refactoring code to testing, documentation, and analysis.

JetBrains is a software development company known for its suite of developer tools, including integrated development environments (IDEs) such as IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, and WebStorm. Through its platform, JetBrains provides developers with powerful tools for coding, debugging, and collaboration, across a wide range of programming languages and frameworks. From their blog developers can learn about JetBrains' IDE features, productivity tips, and best practices for using its tools effectively to streamline their development workflows and boost productivity.

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JetBrains' 2025 Developer Ecosystem Report reveals AI tools have become essential in software development, with GitHub Copilot, JetBrains AI Assistant, Cursor, Windsurf, and Tabnine leading adoption. Developers choose tools based on IDE integration quality, code accuracy, privacy guarantees, and pricing transparency. Usage patterns vary by region—North America favors mainstream tools, Europe prioritizes privacy, and China relies on domestic models like DeepSeek. Key barriers include security concerns, IP ownership uncertainty, and cost constraints. Developers want future tools to deliver higher code quality, deeper project context awareness, local processing options, and better explainability rather than just more features.

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