Updated · April 2026

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Open-source AI assistant for VS Code and JetBrains that can autonomously create and edit files, execute commands, use the browser, and more. Supports any model provider (OpenAI, Anthropic, Ollama, OpenRouter). Approval-gated - every action requires approval. Fully transparent - shows every step of its reasoning. The most flexible and customizable AI coding agent for IDE users.

IDE Extension
Open source
VS Code, JetBrains

Key features

Autonomous file editingCommand executionBrowser integrationAny model providerApproval-gatedFull transparencyOpen source

Best for

Best for developers who want full control, transparency, and model choice in VS Code or JetBrains with human-in-the-loop approval

Plans

Free

BYO API key - any provider - full features

$0
Full control

Open source and fully transparent. Bring your own API key for any provider. Every action requires approval. Now on VS Code + JetBrains.

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