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Visualkube for JetBrains IDEs

Deep code intelligence meets deep cluster insights. For IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, and more.

2023.1.1 (Build 231.8770) or laterInstallation GuideChange Log
  • Version: Continuous Deployment
  • Last Updated: Always Up-to-Date
  • Plugin: 2.0.0 (25.10.16) / Size: 8 MB
  • ✓ Verified by JetBrains
Visualkube on JetBrains IDEs

Quick Start Guide

01

Install

Search for 'Visualkube' in the Marketplace via Preferences/Settings > Plugins and click Install.

02

Open

Find and click the 'Visualkube' icon in the tool window bar, usually located on the right side of the IDE.

03

Launch

The full dashboard is now active. Manage your Kubernetes clusters directly within JetBrains IDEs.

JetBrains IDEs Plugin Benefits

Seamless Integration

Access Kubernetes clusters directly within JetBrains IDEs project view and tool windows.

Smart Debugging

Debug microservices running in the cluster without leaving your IDE.

Productivity Boost

Automate repetitive kubectl tasks with JetBrains IDEs powerful run configurations and shortcuts.

Team Collaboration

Share cluster contexts and resource states across your team with VisualKube's cloud sync.

Available on JetBrains IDEs Products

See the article Understanding Plugin Placement in JetBrains IDEs for screenshots that illustrate the Visualkube Plugin's placement in each of the IDEs below.

Android Studio

Official IDE for Android development

Hedgehog 2023.1.1 Canary 7 or later

IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate

Professional IDE for JVM, enterprise, and web

2023.1.1 or later

IntelliJ IDEA Community

Free, open-source IDE for JVM and Android

2023.1.1 or later

PyCharm

IDE for Python (professional edition)

2023.1.1 or later

PyCharm Community

Free edition of PyCharm

2023.1.1 or later

JetBrains Gateway

Entry point for remote development

2023.1.1 or later

DataGrip

IDE for databases (SQL, NoSQL)

2023.1.1 or later

RubyMine

IDE for Ruby and Rails

2023.1.1 or later

GoLand

IDE for Go programming

2023.1.1 or later

WebStorm

IDE for JavaScript and TypeScript

2023.1.1 or later

PhpStorm

IDE for PHP and web development

2023.1.1 or later

RustRover

IDE for Rust programming

2024.1 or later

CLion

Cross-platform IDE for C and C++

2023.1.2 or later

Rider

Cross-platform IDE for .NET

2023.1.1 or later

DataSpell

IDE for data science and machine learning

2023.1.1 or later

MPS

Language workbench for creating DSLs

2023.2 or later

About Visualkube for JetBrains IDEs

How does the plugin specifically benefit backend developers?
It provides an immediate feedback loop. You can write your backend code, deploy it, and then instantly view logs, check pod statuses, or even open a terminal in a container, all without leaving JetBrains IDEs. It dramatically speeds up debugging and verification cycles.
Is this plugin compatible with other JetBrains IDEs like IntelliJ IDEA or PyCharm?
Yes, absolutely. Our plugin is built for the JetBrains platform, so it works seamlessly across most modern JetBrains IDEs, including IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, GoLand, WebStorm, Rider, and more, providing the same powerful features.
Does this consume a lot of resources compared to my IDE?
Not at all. The plugin is designed to be lightweight and runs within your IDE's process. It avoids the overhead of running a separate, heavy application, ensuring your IDE remains fast and your system resources are focused on development.