As of 2026, Python development in NetBeans is primarily facilitated through third-party plugins rather than official core support.
While is famously known as a premier Java IDE, it remains a versatile platform for multi-language development, including Python. Although Python support isn't "out of the box" in recent versions like NetBeans 29 , the community-driven nbPython and netbeansPython plugins bridge this gap, providing essential tools like syntax highlighting and project management. The State of Python in NetBeans (2026)
