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Leverage dbt Core for Scalable Transformations

January 8, 2024
DataSpell 2023.3 adds dbt Core support, streamlining project initiation and simplifying run, build, and debug processes.

DataSpell by JetBrains is an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) specifically designed for data analysts and engineers. It allows you to write Python scripts, run SQL queries, analyze data in Jupyter notebooks, manage dbt workflows, and connect to various databases, all within one seamless interface. DataSpell empowers you to stay focused on exploring insights and delivering high-quality results by combining rich data analysis tools with features like real-time error checking, code quality analysis, and built-in support for best practices like testing and documentation.

The DataSpell 2023.3 release elevates data transformation with its seamless support for dbt Core, a rising star in the data modeling world. This integration simplifies data workflows, champions best practices like modularity and testing, and fosters well-documented workflows. SQL enthusiasts will appreciate the intuitive interface, while everyone benefits from straightforward project initiation, streamlined run configurations, and intelligent code completion for both SQL and YAML. DataSpell empowers you to build robust, reliable data pipelines with unprecedented ease and confidence.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2023.3, see our release notes.

DataSpell is licensed per user as a commercial annual subscription. See our DataSpell licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our DataSpell product page.

Optimize Version Control with SVN in Your IDE

January 3, 2024
Leverage the Subversion VCS to manage file changes directly within your development environment. Compare leading IDEs with SVN support.

Subversion (SVN) is a mature, open-source version control system (VCS) designed for reliable collaboration and historical tracking of digital assets. It employs a centralized repository to store and manage file revisions, enabling teams to track changes, revert to previous versions, and merge concurrent edits seamlessly. Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) with Subversion support help manage changes to files such as source code, web pages and documentation over time, without leaving the environment.

Several IDEs offer Subversion capabilities including:

  • IntelliJ IDEA by JetBrains is a powerful IDE that provides an interface for major version control systems including SVN, allowing you to merge conflicts, manage branches, and more.
  • Delphi Enterprise by Embarcadero has the ability to integrate with Subversion, enabling direct code commits, branching, merging, and revision comparison within the IDE for efficient project management.
  • EiffelStudio by Eiffel Software offers a built-in source control tool that supports Subversion, eliminating the need for external programs and seamlessly integrating version control with your development workflow.

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Build Rails Projects Your Way with Custom Paths

January 3, 2024
RubyMine 2023.3 adapts to your unique folder layout, without sacrificing powerful code intelligence.

RubyMine by JetBrains is a powerful Integrated Development Environment (IDE) specifically designed for Ruby and Ruby on Rails development. It offers a comprehensive suite of features to boost your coding efficiency, including smart code completion, syntax highlighting, code refactoring tools, built-in debugging and testing frameworks, and seamless integration with popular libraries and databases. Whether you're a seasoned Rails developer or just starting out, RubyMine's intuitive interface and robust features can help you write cleaner, more maintainable code and accelerate your development workflow.

The RubyMine 2023.3 release adds support for custom paths for Rails applications and engines. In addition to the default paths, such as app, app/controllers, and app/models, RubyMine now embraces your custom folder structures in Rails projects. This means you can redefine the layout while still enjoying the IDE's powerful code insight features. Simply set your preferred paths in settings and RubyMine will automatically detect them every time you open the project.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2023.3, see our release notes.

RubyMine is licensed per user, and is available as a commercial annual subscription license. We can supply new subscriptions, subscription renewals (including continuity discounts), lapsed renewals, and additional user licenses. See our RubyMine licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our RubyMine product page.

Elevate Your Angular Development with Powerful New Features

January 2, 2024
WebStorm 2023.3 adds strict type checking, control flow guidance, and Angular Signals support.

JetBrains WebStorm is a powerful and modern Integrated Development Environment (IDE) specifically designed for web development. It offers a feature-rich environment that supports popular web technologies like JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Node.js. WebStorm helps you write cleaner, more efficient code with features like syntax highlighting, autocompletion, code refactoring, and built-in testing tools. It integrates seamlessly with various web frameworks and libraries, making it a versatile choice for both front-end and back-end development.

Version 2023.3 is a major release for Angular developers, including:

  • Angular Signals Support: WebStorm gains support for Signals, a new feature in Angular 17 that allows you to communicate between components without using a service. This can make your code cleaner and easier to maintain.
  • Strict Template Type Checking: WebStorm now includes stricter template type checking, meaning that it can catch more errors in your templates, such as typos in property names.
  • Standalone Components: WebStorm adds support for standalone components , a new type of component in Angular that can be used without being declared in an NgModule. This can make your code more modular and easier to test.
  • New Inspections: WebStorm includes a number of new inspections and quick fixes for Angular. For example, it can now help you fix standalone components.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2023.3, see our release notes.

WebStorm is licensed per user, and is available as a commercial annual subscription license. We can supply new subscriptions, subscription renewals (including continuity discounts), lapsed renewals, and additional user licenses. See our WebStorm licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our WebStorm product page.

Run Pest Tests Directly from your IDE

December 21, 2023
PhpStorm 2023.3 helps you write Pest assertions and improves auto-completion in test functions.

PhpStorm by JetBrains is a sophisticated Integrated Development Environment (IDE) specifically designed for PHP and web development. It offers a range of features to enhance your coding experience, including syntax highlighting, intelligent code completion, on-the-fly error detection, built-in debugging tools, and advanced code refactoring capabilities. Additionally, it supports various web technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, making it a versatile tool for building complete web applications.

The PhpStorm 2023.3 release now supports the Pest test framework out of the box. Pest is a testing tool for PHP with a focus on simplicity. It uses familiar concepts from PHPUnit but wraps them in a more readable interface. If offers clear error messages, colorful outputs, and features like coverage reports and parallel testing. Using PhpStorm 2023.3 you can now run Pest tests from inside the IDE. When you position your caret within a test and then run it, the IDE will automatically generate a configuration tailored to that particular test.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2023.3, see our release notes.

PhpStorm is licensed per user, and is available as a commercial annual subscription license. We can supply new subscriptions, subscription renewals (including continuity discounts), lapsed renewals, and additional user licenses. See our PhpStorm licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our PhpStorm product page.