Apache NetBeans

Explore the transition of NetBeans to Apache in this 32-minute Devoxx conference talk featuring Kirk Pepperdine, Sven Reimers, Geertjan Wielenga, and Martin Klän. Gain insights into the donation process, relicensing efforts, and the project's new direction under open governance. Learn about the platform's features, including Groovy support and visual tools, and understand the expectations for Apache NetBeans. Discover the role of Apache mentors, the project's development path, and lessons learned during the transition. Engage with comparisons to IntelliJ, discussions on NetBeans' development pace, and its integration with the latest JDK features. Understand how NetBeans extends beyond code and its significance for companies in the ecosystem.

Introduction
Donation Process
Relicensing Process
Platform
Committers
Nathans 9 beta
Open governance
Features
Groovy
Visual
Expectations
Apache Mentors
NetBeans Path
Lessons Learned
Questions Comments
NetBeans vs IntelliJ
NetBeans pace
NetBeans features JDK
More than code
Companies