# Discover Diffblue Cover

Diffblue Cover is a reinforcement learning AI platform that automatically writes comprehensive, human-like Java unit tests - saving developer time, increasing test coverage, and reducing regression risks. Cover is provided as an IntelliJ IDE plugin, a CLI application, and a CI integration to provide fully autonomous operation. Three additional components, for test management and analytics, complete the Diffblue Cover solution.

## Get started

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## Discover the details

**Product specific:**

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**General information:**

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