# Dev Containers

> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://www.jetbrains.com/help/idea/2026.3/llms.txt).

Dev Containers

Learn about Dev Containers

- [Dev Container overview](connect-to-devcontainer.html): Learn about definitions and advantages
- [Prerequisites](prerequisites-for-dev-containers.html): Read about the necessary prerequisites to successfully start your Dev Container

## Start a Dev Container

- [Start Dev Container inside IDE](start-dev-container-inside-ide.html): Learn how to start Dev Container inside IntelliJ IDEA
- [Start Dev Container for a remote project](start-dev-container-for-a-remote-project.html): Check how to start Dev Container for a remote project
- [Start Dev Container from the IDE welcome screen](start-dev-container-from-welcome-screen.html): Start Dev Container through the welcome screen of your IDE
- [Start Dev Container from scratch](start-dev-container-from-scratch.html): Start Dev Container from scratch

## Questions, troubleshooting, and limitations

- [FAQ about Dev Containers](faq-about-dev-containers.html): Check the answers to the most popular questions
- [Troubleshooting Dev Container issues](troubleshooting-dev-containers.html): Troubleshoot common issues
- [Limitations](dev-container-limitations.html): Learn Dev Containers current limitations