Continue.dev
Open-source AI code assistant for VS Code and JetBrains. Use any local Ollama model or cloud model — zero lock-in.
Why it matters
Continue.dev is the open-source AI IDE extension. Works with any model (Ollama, Claude, OpenAI). Best for devs who want full control over their model routing.
Specifications
Strengths
- Works with any model including local Ollama models for full privacy
- Open-source with no vendor lock-in
- Tab autocomplete + chat + inline edits in one
Trade-offs
- Less polished UX than Cursor or GitHub Copilot
- Requires manual model configuration
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