Intellij vs. VS Code: Which is best for Java devs?

In the ongoing debate over the best Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for developers, IntelliJ IDEA has long been the preferred choice for Java developers, known for its robust Java-specific features and plugins. However, Microsoft Visual Studio Code (VS Code), a versatile text-based code editor with IDE capabilities, is rapidly gaining popularity due to its flexibility and support for multiple programming languages and frameworks. While VS Code has become a leader among JavaScript developers, it still faces challenges in supplanting IntelliJ in the Java community, where loyalty and familiarity play significant roles in IDE selection. The competition highlights a broader industry question of whether a single, universal IDE will emerge as the standard or if specialized, best-of-breed solutions will continue to prevail.