I think IDE really doesn't matter as long as developers are getting the job done efficiently. What truly counts is the end result—clean, functional code that meets the project’s goals. As long as everyone is productive and sticking to team standards, like coding guidelines, version control, and collaboration tools, the specific tools they use should be up to them. Let people work with what they're comfortable with, as that often leads to better results and a happier team.

I believe forcing developers to stick to a specific IDE has an impact on productivity. It's better to allow developer's preferred environment to build and deliver apps faster to production.

To bridge the gap when developers have different IDE preferences, focus on shared values like essential features, promote cross-IDE learning through workshops or pair programming, and use tools that work across all IDEs (i.e GitHub) to ensure everyone can collaborate smoothly. What's most important is getting the job done and on time.

Find common ground by identifying features that are important to everyone in an IDE. Encourage cross-IDE knowledge sharing through pair programming or workshops to help team members understand different tools. If possible, consider using IDE-agnostic tools for certain tasks, which can help maintain neutrality and level the playing field. This approach fosters collaboration by respecting individual preferences while promoting team cohesion.