A world-class integrated development environment for developing Java applications. NetBeans IDE provides support for the latest standards in J2SE, J2EE, and J2ME technologies.

NetBeans IDE is also available as part of Java technology bundles that you can download from java.sun.com.

You can extend the IDE with a wide range of plugin modules. Find the module to accomodate your specific needs in the NetBeans Module Catalogue or the NetBeans Update Center.

If you develop Java technology-based desktop applications, you can save years by using the NetBeans platform as a base for your product. The platform provides the services common to almost all large desktop applications, including window and menu management, settings management and storage, file access, and more.