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Use JetBrains Academy courses to develop expertise in programming skills, build a diverse project portfolio, and prepare for job interviews.

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Dive into AI and machine learning

A recent Gartner report reveals AI and machine learning are essential skills for the future. Start cultivating them now.

Craft your own games

Love playing games? Transform your hobby into a career with our hands-on game development courses.

Build websites and applications

Get the JavaScript, Python, HTML, and CSS skills you need to start working as a frontend or backend developer.

Develop Android applications

Learn Kotlin from its creators and Java from seasoned practitioners, building your skills with the official languages for Android development.

Start doing data science

Data scientists unlock insights that drive smart business decisions. Explore the world of data with courses designed for students of all levels.

Ensure application quality

If you spot bugs where others don’t, you have a knack for QA. All you need now is QA know‑how, available through our courses.

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our projects

Cinema Room REST Service With Java

This project lets you practice concepts often tested in tech interviews. You'll build a Spring REST service to manage a small movie theater.

Virtual Piano

Master an essential frontend skill – binding web app functions to keyboard keys – while using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create a virtual piano.

Password Hacker With Python

In this project, you'll play a hacker tasked with writing a Python program to swiftly crack the password for a secret server.

Games in Kotlin

Obtain object-oriented programming skills by creating simple multiplayer games in Kotlin.

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What our learners say

“I’ve come to realize that the recipe for attracting the attention of potential employers requires two key ingredients: completing code challenges and building up a project portfolio. What’s great is that JetBrains Academy caters to both these needs.”

Andrés Cabrera

Software Engineer

“When preparing for the technical interview, I decided to focus solely on JetBrains Academy. It had everything I needed to learn Python. I leveraged this knowledge to pass the job interview for a Software Tester position at Nokia.”

Wojtek Ślusarczyk

Test Development Engineer

“As someone transitioning into tech, I’ve learned more about Java and OOP concepts with JetBrains Academy, and this has greatly helped me succeed in my classes! I wish I had known about it earlier – this is such a lifesaver.”

Joviane Bellegarde

Solution Innovation Consultant

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Why choose JetBrains Academy?

20+

years of expertise

Learn from a successful company with proven expertise in the international tech market.

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developers use JetBrains products

Get the chance to learn with the tools professionals use every day.

Kotlin

Learn one of the most popular programming languages directly from its creators – JetBrains.

360+

real-world projects

Dive into expertly crafted courses that will help you master IT skills, ace tech interviews, and build your portfolio.

1M+

enthusiasts in the community

Connect, share best practices, and network with an enormous and passionate community.

FAQ

You can study for free directly in JetBrains integrated development environments (IDEs) or use the Hyperskill platform, where JetBrains Academy hosts its courses. On Hyperskill, you can access courses for free with limited functionality or subscribe for full access. Additionally, we offer joint university programs with our partner institutions in Germany and Cyprus. Learn more here.
An integrated development environment (IDE) is an industry-standard software application that helps you code efficiently. Proficiency with IDEs is essential for working in the tech industry. At JetBrains Academy you can learn computer science directly in JetBrains IDEs, so you gain essential tech knowledge while also honing your skills with some of the most powerful development tools.
Learning in JetBrains IDEs is completely free of charge. On the Hyperskill platform, where JetBrains Academy hosts its courses, you can start learning for free with a limited feature set. To access all the functionality, you need a paid subscription.
Content created by JetBrains Academy is primarily available in English. However, in our catalog you can find courses from other course creators in various languages, including French, Slovak, Danish, Chinese, and Italian.
Not at all. Our target audience includes both current and future developers. Our current learning tracks also work well for professionals from other fields who want to switch careers.
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