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Open-source autonomous coding agent inside VS Code, bring-your-own-model. Built by Cline (open source), it is strongest as an AI coding tool. It plugs into your existing editor and it is open source, so you can self-host or bring your own key. Reach for it when you need autonomous VS Code agent, plan/act.

Specs

ProviderCline (open source)
AccessPlugin
PricingOpen SourceFree, bring your own API key
Open sourceYes
ContextModel-dependent
Best forOpen agent inside VS Code
Score4.6Setuproll editorial score
DomainsAI Coding
ReleaseActive, updated 2026

Capabilities

autonomous VS Code agentplan/act

Tips from the floor

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Start with autonomous VS Code agent; that is where Cline pulls ahead.

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Give the plan/act a real task before you judge it.

Learn Cline

Start with the course closest to Cline, then work through the tutorials below and the step-by-step how-to guides.

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Guides for Cline·2

VS Code Setup
Intermediate9 min

How to Install Cline, the Autonomous Coding Agent, in VS Code

Install Cline, connect a model, and run your first agent task that reads and edits files with your approval.

VS Code Setup
Advanced10 min

How to Add an MCP Server to Cline

Extend Cline with a Model Context Protocol server so the agent can use external tools like a filesystem or web fetch.

Tutorial videos·15

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