Continue
Open-source AI code assistant for VS Code and JetBrains.
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- 36.2K
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- Last commit
- 2026-10-14
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What is Continue?
Continue adds chat, autocomplete, edits and agent mode to VS Code and JetBrains IDEs using any model — cloud APIs or local models through Ollama — configured in a single config file.
Key features
- Chat, autocomplete and inline edits
- Agent mode with tools
- Any model, including local ones
- Shareable configurations
System requirements
- Platforms
- Windows · macOS · Linux
- Notes
- VS Code or a JetBrains IDE.
How to install Continue
Summarized from the project’s README. Projects change quickly — check the GitHub page for the latest instructions.
IDE extension
- 1Install “Continue” from the VS Code Marketplace or JetBrains Marketplace, then add a model in its config.
Strengths
- Works with local models
- Highly configurable
Limitations
- Autocomplete quality depends on the model you pick
Continue alternatives compared
| Software | Stars | License | Platforms | VRAM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continue Open-source AI code assistant for VS Code and JetBrains. | 36.2K | Apache-2.0 | — | |
| Cline Autonomous coding agent inside VS Code that asks before it acts. | 70.3K | Apache-2.0 | — | |
| Roo Code A team of AI coding agents in your editor, with custom modes. | 24.3K | Apache-2.0 | — | |
| Tabby Self-hosted AI coding assistant — an open-source Copilot alternative. | 33.9K | Apache-2.0 | 8 GB+ for small models | |
| Aider AI pair programming in your terminal, with automatic git commits. | 49.6K | Apache-2.0 | — | |
| opencode Open-source AI coding agent built for the terminal. | 213.6K | MIT | — |
FAQ
Is Continue free?
Yes — Continue is open-source software released under the Apache-2.0 license. Check the license (and any model weight licenses) before commercial use.
Does Continue run on Windows, Mac and Linux?
Continue supports: Windows, macOS, Linux.
How do I install Continue?
1. Install “Continue” from the VS Code Marketplace or JetBrains Marketplace, then add a model in its config.
What are the best Continue alternatives?
Popular alternatives include Cline, Roo Code, Tabby, Aider. See the comparison table on this page.