JetBrains Unveils Smarter Coding Agent Junie for Enhanced Development Experience

JetBrains has launched its AI-powered coding agent Junie, designed to revolutionize software development by automating repetitive tasks, generating high-quality code, and minimizing errors. The new tool boasts a transparent thought process, structured task planning, and comprehensive progress tracking, allowing developers to work more efficiently.

According to the Junie Developer Experience Survey conducted by JetBrains in June 2025, 83% of managers reported an increase in team productivity with Junie, while 76% are satisfied or very satisfied with its performance. The tool is now integrated with GitHub, enabling seamless async development and collaboration across projects.

Key features of Junie include:

* Fast and efficient code completion
* Support for multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
* Real-time collaboration and review tools
* Integration with IDEs and GitHub

To support developers working on open-source projects, JetBrains offers grants for a free 6-month license for Junie on GitHub. The company aims to enhance the development experience by providing an in-IDE coding agent that can handle various tasks and projects.

Recent updates to Junie include:

* Speed increases of up to 30%
* Support for MCP (Model Context Protocol) and remote development
* Improved task completion speed without compromising quality

With Junie, developers can focus on high-quality code creation, minimize errors, and boost productivity. The Early Access Program is now open, allowing users to provide feedback and shape the future of this innovative coding agent.

Source: https://blog.jetbrains.com/junie/2025/07/the-agentic-ai-era-at-jetbrains-is-here