Continue

Continue is the leading open-source AI code assistant, offering developers complete control over their AI coding experience. Unlike proprietary solutions, Continue allows you to choose your preferred LLM provider - whether that's OpenAI, Anthropic, local models through Ollama, or custom deployments. The extension supports powerful features like codebase indexing for semantic search, slash commands for quick actions, and context providers that help the AI understand your project structure. Continue's open-source nature means no vendor lock-in, full transparency into how it works, and the ability to customize it for your specific needs. It's particularly popular among developers who want enterprise-grade AI capabilities while maintaining full control over their code and data, or who want to experiment with different AI models.