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IntelliJ Java Kotlin LSP now runs inside VS Code

Get IntelliJ Java Kotlin LSP running in VS Code. Install JetBrains.intellij-server, open a Maven Gradle or Bazel folder, then prove go-to-definition works.

Build AlongJavaKotlinVS CodeDeveloper ToolsAI CodingCoding Agents1 min read · Aug 25, 2026

IntelliJ vs VS Code in 2026: The Honest Comparison

IntelliJ vs VS Code compared on refactoring, pricing, and AI tooling. Find which IDE fits your stack and budget in 2026, plus Neovim as a third option.

Strong OpinionsDeveloper ToolsComparisonJavaProductivityVim / Neovim1 min read · Apr 3, 2026