Cody
Open SourceSelf-hostableEnterprise AI coding assistant by Sourcegraph.
4.43K starsAlternative to Claude Code, GitHub Copilot
Overview
Cody is a free, open-source tool and a self-hostable alternative to Claude Code, GitHub Copilot. It's licensed under Apache 2.0 and written in TypeScript.
Cody is Sourcegraph's open-source AI coding assistant built for large codebases. It uses deep code search and context to help teams write, fix, and maintain code accurately and consistently — a Copilot alternative with serious whole-repo awareness.
Why pick Cody over Claude Code
- Own your data instead of trusting Claude Code's servers
- No per-seat pricing — grow without ballooning costs
- Cody is open source: audit it, fork it, extend it
- Self-host for full privacy and compliance control
Key features
- Whole-codebase context via code search
- Chat, autocomplete, and inline fixes
- Works across large, multi-repo codebases
- VS Code and JetBrains support
- Enterprise controls and self-hosting
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Installation
Install in VS Code
- Install the "Cody" extension from the VS Code Marketplace
- Sign in to connect a model
- Use chat, autocomplete, and inline edits
Frequently asked questions
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