IntelliJ IDEA Essentials

IntelliJ IDEA Essentials

Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors

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10 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

10 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Customize IntelliJ IDEA to fit your project needs and workflow
Utilize IDEA's advanced tools for software development and debugging
Leverage version control and agile development features effectively

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

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Assessments

10 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 10 modules in this course

This course is designed to help developers harness the full potential of IntelliJ IDEA, an IDE that streamlines the software development process. By mastering its advanced features, developers can enhance their productivity and software quality, making it a must-learn tool for modern developers.

You will gain hands-on experience with IntelliJ IDEA’s essential features, from installation to expert-level usage, enabling you to improve coding efficiency and tackle complex tasks with ease. Practical exercises and tips will help you develop a deeper understanding of how to optimize workflows. The course stands out by focusing on real-world applications, including how to transition from other IDEs like Eclipse or NetBeans to IntelliJ IDEA. You'll learn valuable skills such as code refactoring, debugging, and version control, applied directly to your development projects. This course is perfect for developers looking to transition to IntelliJ IDEA or improve their current skills. Basic programming knowledge is required to get the most out of this course.

In this section, we compare IntelliJ IDEA editions and licenses, install the IDE, and customize workspace settings for efficient development workflows.

What's included

2 videos4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore project setup in IntelliJ IDEA, comparing IDE terminologies and configuring modules, libraries, and artifacts for efficient cross-platform development.

What's included

1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore the IntelliJ IDEA editor, focusing on setup, navigation, and Live Templates.

What's included

1 video9 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Finger works – the editor - Overview Video1 minute

9 readingsTotal 160 minutes

Introduction10 minutes
The Status Bar20 minutes
Navigating in the Editor20 minutes
Navigating within a Single File10 minutes
The Editor Basics10 minutes
Reformatting the Code20 minutes
Generating Code20 minutes
Postfix Code Completion30 minutes
Looking for Help20 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Mastering Editor Shortcuts and Features10 minutes

In this section, we explore refactoring in IntelliJ IDEA, focusing on improving code readability, reducing complexity, and executing safe deletions and method extractions.

What's included

1 video5 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore creating temporary and permanent run configurations in IntelliJ IDEA, focusing on Java, Node.js, and efficient conversion between them for streamlined project execution.

What's included

1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore configuring and executing builds using Maven in IntelliJ IDEA.

What's included

1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we activate testing plugins in IntelliJ IDEA, create unit tests for libraries, and configure test environments for efficient debugging and workflow integration.

What's included

1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we configure debugger settings for Java and JavaScript, use breakpoints and watches, and apply keyboard shortcuts to enhance debugging efficiency and error detection.

What's included

1 video6 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Squash'em – The Debugger - Overview Video1 minute

6 readingsTotal 100 minutes

Introduction30 minutes
Setting Up the JavaScript Debugger10 minutes
Managing Breakpoints20 minutes
Starting the Debugger10 minutes
Inspecting Variables and Evaluating Expressions20 minutes
Debugger Actions10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Debugging Techniques and Configuration10 minutes

In this section, we explore setting up version control systems like Git and Subversion in IntelliJ IDEA, focusing on configuration, code management, and team collaboration.

What's included

1 video6 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore extending IntelliJ IDEA through plugins. Key concepts include setting up the development environment, implementing basic functionality, and deploying custom extensions for real-world applications.