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AI-first code editor built on VS Code with deep AI integration for pair programming.

Development ToolsFreemium
4.6 (432 reviews)
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Key Features

  • AI chat
  • Code generation
  • Codebase understanding
  • Multi-file edits

Pros

  • Built specifically for AI-assisted coding
  • Can understand entire codebase context
  • Natural language to code conversion
  • Built on familiar VS Code
  • Supports custom AI models

Cons

  • Separate editor from VS Code
  • Subscription for advanced features
  • Can be resource intensive
  • Limited extension compatibility
  • Still in active development

Use Cases

Best For:

AI-heavy developmentRapid prototypingLearning new codebasesCode refactoring

Not Recommended For:

Teams with existing IDE standardsLow-resource machinesOffline developmentHighly regulated environments

Recent Reviews

John Developer
2 weeks ago

Excellent tool that has transformed our workflow. The API is well-documented and easy to integrate.

Sarah Tech
1 month ago

Great features but took some time to learn. Once you get the hang of it, it's incredibly powerful.

Mike Business
2 months ago

Best investment for our team. Increased productivity by 40% in just the first month.