JetBrains has announced the commencement of the Early Access Program (EAP) for ReSharper and .NET Tools 2026.2. Unlike typical EAP releases that cover a broad range of features, this initial preview is entirely dedicated to a singular, transformative initiative: bringing true AI freedom to Visual Studio. JetBrains is committed to building an ecosystem where developers control their AI experience, ensuring no vendor lock-in or forced choices, allowing them the freedom to use the agents and models that best suit their needs.
This EAP preview introduces Junie, marking the first step towards full ACP (Agent Client Protocol) support for ReSharper within Visual Studio. This foundational work paves the way for the ACP Agent Registry, which will evolve ReSharper into an open AI ecosystem, ensuring developers always have the right tool for any task.
- Discover agents: Explore local, remote, and in-house agents.
- Set up easily: All agents connect through the same interface.
- Switch between agents: Choose the best ones for each task.
- Stay current: Get the latest models as they are released.
This initiative is a core component of JetBrains' 2026 AI strategy for its IDEs. The company firmly believes that AI-assisted workflows and classic coding routines should seamlessly coexist. By embracing open protocols like ACP and prioritizing zero vendor lock-in, JetBrains ensures that while agents accelerate development, the IDE remains the ultimate environment for reviewing, understanding, and owning the code shipped.
To realize the “Any Agent” vision, a robust, universal connection within ReSharper is essential. Junie, JetBrains’ proprietary AI coding agent, is being utilized as the initial proof-of-concept to thoroughly test this new ACP integration.
