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Develop the NetBeans IDE Submit patches to the source code and create modules that implement new features.	Join Forums and Mailing Lists Get support from the NetBeans community, offer assistance to other users, and participate in discussions.
Develop Desktop Applications Develop state-of-the-art modular Swing applications using the NetBeans Platform framework.	Watch Video Tutorials Watch technical screencasts and check out the latest events and projects from the NetBeans community.
Report a Bug Tell NetBeans developers about defects and request feature enhancements.	Share Tech Tips (Wiki) Do you have technical knowledge to share? Publish your how-tos and tutorials in our Community Docs wiki.
Test Upcoming Releases Download the nightly development builds and be the first to review new features.	Blog on Planet NetBeans Share your experience using the NetBeans IDE and Platform, and read what others have to say.
Translate NetBeans Resources Localize NetBeans software and web content. Make the NetBeans project accessible in multiple languages.	Teach with the NetBeans IDE Exchange teaching resources with other instructors and introduce students to programming with NetBeans software.