Continue
Open Source autopilot for VS Code and JetBrains connecting to any LLM.
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—Overview
What is Continue?
Continue is an open-source extension that integrates large language models into your development workflow, enhancing productivity by providing intelligent code suggestions directly within popular IDEs like VS Code and JetBrains products.
Key differentiator
“Continue stands out as an open-source, locally-hosted extension that allows developers to leverage any LLM for code suggestions directly within their preferred IDEs.”
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Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Developers working on complex projects who need quick and accurate code suggestions
Teams looking to integrate AI into their existing IDE workflows without cloud dependencies
Open-source enthusiasts who want a customizable solution for AI-assisted coding
✕ Not a fit for
Projects requiring real-time collaboration features that are not supported by local extensions
Developers preferring cloud-based solutions with managed services and support
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Get Started with Continue
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.