All three code platforms AWS, Google Cloud, Azure release features all the time. However, Google Cloud took a major leap by providing great tool developers by integrating with IntelliJ. Google did a great job covering the how it works in there Platform blog which is worth reading.
I have used Eclipse since it was released, prior to that I would use Emacs. However, for my master program over the last 3 years, I have been using IntelliJ. It’s become my go-to platform for coding work because IntelliJ is easy to use, and my various class groups typically use it. IntelliJ makes it free for students, which is a great way to develop a user base given its price tag.
Providing an easy to use a tool, which has an existing user based was smart by Google Cloud especially as it continues its to close the gap with AWS.
Finally, I’m not a big fan of Cloud9 on AWS. What do you think? Are you an IntelliJ or Cloud9 user?