Apache NetBeans 31 RC1 has been released for testing, featuring significant updates in build tooling, Java readiness for JDK 27, and support for PHP 8.4. The release includes upgrades to Gradle and Maven, enhanced compiler capabilities, and improvements addressing various technical issues, such as a crash fix for OpenJFX on JDK 26. The IDE continues to maintain a rapid quarterly release schedule, with strong community contributions enhancing its features and capabilities, particularly for Java and PHP developers. Users are encouraged to test this release candidate in a sandbox environment and report any bugs to help ensure a smooth final release
Apache NetBeans IDE 31 RC1 Released: JDK 27 Readiness, PHP 8.4, and Build Tooling Updates
Apache NetBeans 31-rc1 has been released for testing, continuing the project's accelerated quarterly cadence with updates across build tooling, Java readiness, and PHP support. Key improvements include upgrades to Gradle 9.6.1 and Maven 3.9.16, foundational work for JDK 27 via an nb-javac bump and CI testing, and full compatibility for PHP 8.4 property hooks.
