Project IDX explained

Project IDX
Developer:Google[1]
Programming Language:JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS
Platform:Web
Genre:Online IDE
License:Proprietary
Released:May 15 2024

Project IDX is an online integrated development environment (IDE) developed by Google.[2] It is based on Visual Studio Code, and the infrastructure runs on Google Cloud. In addition to including the features, languages and plugins supported by VS code, it has unique functionality built by Google. These include a built-in generative artificial intelligence assistant powered by Gemini, Nix integrations, and iOS and Android emulators.[3] [4] [5] [6] Google also provides templates for JavaScript, Python, and Go projects, as well for as a number of web and cross-platform frameworks like Node, Angular, Flutter, Next.js, React, FireBase, Google Maps, and Flask.[7]

The application was initially only accessible after signing up on a waitlist. It was released as an open beta on May 14th 2024.[8]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Project IDX . 2024-05-16 . Google for Developers . en.
  2. Web site: Lardinois . Frederic . Google launches Project IDX, a new AI-enabled browser-based development environment . TechCrunch . 11 April 2024 . 8 August 2023.
  3. Web site: Claburn . Thomas . Google teases Project IDX, an AI-infused code environment . www.theregister.com . en.
  4. Web site: Google's Project IDX adds iOS, Android emulators, and more templates . ZDNET . 11 April 2024 . en.
  5. Web site: Heller . Martin . Google Project IDX: A promising next-generation cloud IDE . InfoWorld . en . 29 January 2024.
  6. Web site: Lardinois . Frederic . Google extends its Project IDX development environment with built-in iOS and Android emulators . TechCrunch . 11 April 2024 . 25 January 2024.
  7. Web site: Crouse . Megan . Google Wants You to Code in a Browser With Project IDX . TechRepublic . 11 April 2024 . 11 August 2023.
  8. Web site: Lardinois . Frederic . 2024-05-14 . Project IDX, Google's next-gen IDE, is now in open beta . 2024-05-15 . TechCrunch . en-US.