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What is nano?

GNU nano was developed as a free substitute for the Pico text editor, which is included in the Pine email suite from the University of Washington. The aim was to replicate the functionality of Pico while adding more features. The Debian GNU/Linux distribution, known for its dedication to distributing truly "free" software—defined as software that poses no restrictions on redistribution—decided against including binary packages for Pine or Pico. This left many users in a challenging situation; although they valued these applications, the versions available did not conform to the GNU criteria for free software. GNU nano is designed to be a straightforward and efficient text editor. Beyond basic text editing functions, nano offers features like undo/redo, syntax highlighting, interactive search-and-replace, automatic indentation, line numbering, word completion, file locking, backup files, and support for various languages. A significant update occurred with the launch of version 4.0, which stopped the automatic wrapping of excessively long lines by default, giving users greater control over their text formatting. This modification demonstrates the ongoing development of the software to adapt to user preferences and requirements, illustrating its commitment to continuous improvement. As a result, users find themselves with a more customizable editing experience.

What is IntelliJ IDEA?

IntelliJ IDEA is a comprehensive, cutting-edge IDE from JetBrains designed to empower professional developers working primarily in Java and Kotlin. It accelerates development by automating repetitive tasks and providing intelligent coding assistance, helping developers write cleaner, more reliable code. Supporting the entire software development lifecycle, IntelliJ IDEA offers tools for design, implementation, debugging, testing, and deployment—all in one seamless environment. The latest release includes full Java 24 support, integrating new language features like stream gatherers for enhanced debugging workflows. Kotlin’s K2 mode is now enabled by default, providing faster code analysis, improved memory use, and better support for the latest Kotlin language features. A new Kotlin Notebook feature facilitates live prototyping, documentation, and data analysis directly inside the IDE. IntelliJ IDEA’s Spring Debugger simplifies working with dynamic database connections, improving developer efficiency in complex projects. With strong customization options, developers can tailor the IDE’s appearance and behavior to their workflow. JetBrains enforces strict compliance with industry-leading security standards such as SOC 2, safeguarding organizational data. Trusted by millions worldwide, IntelliJ IDEA is the IDE of choice for developers aiming for superior productivity and code quality.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Git
HTML
JSON
Apache Ant
Claude Opus 4.5
Claude Sonnet 4.5
Cline
Cucumber
Factory
Forge Code
Fynix
GPT-4.1
GPT-5.5
JavaScript
Mistral Code
P4
SoftSpell
Verdent
YAML
npm

Integrations Supported

Git
HTML
JSON
Apache Ant
Claude Opus 4.5
Claude Sonnet 4.5
Cline
Cucumber
Factory
Forge Code
Fynix
GPT-4.1
GPT-5.5
JavaScript
Mistral Code
P4
SoftSpell
Verdent
YAML
npm

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

$19.90 per user per month
• For Individual Developers yearly subscription $199
• For Businesses and Organizations yearly subscription $719 or $71.90 per user per month
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

nano

Date Founded

1999

Company Website

www.nano-editor.org

Company Facts

Organization Name

JetBrains

Date Founded

2000

Company Location

Czech Republic

Company Website

www.jetbrains.com/idea/

Categories and Features

Code Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Text Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Categories and Features

Application Development

Access Controls/Permissions
Code Assistance
Code Refactoring
Collaboration Tools
Compatibility Testing
Data Modeling
Debugging
Deployment Management
Graphical User Interface
Mobile Development
No-Code
Reporting/Analytics
Software Development
Source Control
Testing Management
Version Control
Web App Development

Code Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

IDE

Code Completion
Compiler
Cross Platform Support
Debugger
Drag and Drop UI
Integrations and Plugins
Multi Language Support
Project Management
Text Editor / Code Editor

Text Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

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