IntelliJ integration for GitLab merge requests

Problem to solve

There is no way to integrate GitLab merge requests with the IntelliJ IDE.

Intended users

Developers

Further details

IDE integration for merge requests would allow developers to see merge requests comments in-line with their code to allow them to be more productive and efficient.

Proposal

Create an IntelliJ plugin that allows IntelliJ to interact with a GitLab instance, specifically the merge requests on repos.

Permissions and Security

Figure out how to save GitLab credentials for use by the plugin.

Documentation

Documentation would be needed.

Testing

Testing on at least the 2019.1 version of IntelliJ.

What does success look like, and how can we measure that?

Being able to see and resolve merge request comments within my IntelliJ IDE.

What is the type of buyer?

Bronze

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