# Announcing the Digma Beta: First Runtime Linter for Java Code

> Looking for senior Java developers to participate in the beta program of a new free runtime linter that provides Continuous code Feedback.

- URL: https://foojay.io/today/announcing-the-digma-beta-first-runtime-linter-for-java-code/
- Published: 2023-05-22
- Authors: Roni Dover
- Categories: Developer Tools, IntelliJ IDEA, Observability, Release Notes


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## Call for Developers

We are looking for senior Java developers who are interested in exploring how to use observability to improve their code to join the beta program for Digma: a free runtime linter plugin for Jetbrains/Java.  
[Digma](https://digma.ai) analyzes your code in runtime, improving coding practices and confidence when working on complex Java code.

The plugin runs locally and doesn't require sharing data.

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We have 20 slots currently open for the beta.

## What you'll gain 💪

1. Experience in applying [OTEL](https://digma.ai/blog/improving-code-design-with-opentelemetry-a-practical-guide/) (OpenTelemetry) and [Jaeger](https://digma.ai/blog/jaeger-distributed-tracing-with-java-an-introduction/) tracing to improve Java code
2. Recognized contribution to a Java project
3. Optionally, an opportunity to contribute to related OSS projects
4. Help create a tool that will improve developer happiness
5. Some cool swag... (TShirt, stressballs and more )🦇

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## Requirements to apply ✅

1. Using [Jebtrains](https://www.jetbrains.com/) IDEA (any edition)
2. Developing in Java, on most platforms except for Quarkus (currently not supported)
3. Passion for innovation and new coding tools and practices

## What will be required from you?

1. Installing the plugin and developing alongside it
2. Participating in a quick 30-minute weekly Zoom meeting for about three weeks, at a time that works for you, to provide your ideas thoughts, and feedback

[Sign up here!](https://digma.ai/beta/)

Thanks!  

Roni, Nir and the [Digma](https://digma.ai) team