Continue

Open-source AI coding assistant that plugs into existing editors.

Setup complexity

medium

Platforms

Windows, macOS, Linux

Current version

Latest activity signal

Not specified

Overview

Continue offers open and self-hosted-friendly AI coding workflows with local and cloud model support.

Speed up day-to-day coding with better editing, debugging, and code navigation workflows.
Build AI-powered features such as assistants, copilots, and workflow automation.
Connect Continue into existing stacks with integrations like VS Code, JetBrains, Ollama.
Use when teams can invest moderate setup effort for stronger long-term workflow gains.
Choose this when you need open-source flexibility and self-hosting optionality.

VS CodeJetBrainsOllama

Ollama

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Visual Studio Code

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GitHub Copilot

AI pair programmer integrated into common developer workflows.

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