AICKStudio AI VS Code Extension

AICKStudio AI is a comprehensive AI-powered development assistant for Visual Studio Code that integrates multiple LLM providers, company authentication, and intelligent automation tools to enhance your development workflow.

📽 How It Works

🧠 Chat with AI

Interact with the AI in real-time for explanations, suggestions, and refactoring tips.

🧾 Explain Any Code

Right-click and get detailed explanations with one click.

📚 Auto-Generate README

Generate full project documentation in seconds.

🔁 Pull Request Assistant

Write pull request descriptions with AI-powered insights.

✅ Code Review on Demand

Ask AI to assess selected code for bugs, performance, and best practices.

⚙️ Smart Settings Config

Easily set up Azure AD, LLMs, and telemetry via the visual UI.

🚀 Key Features

🔐 Enterprise-Grade Authentication

Azure Active Directory Integration: Seamless company authentication with OAuth2 flow
Secure Token Management: Encrypted credential storage with automatic refresh
Multi-Tenant Support: Configure for your organization's specific Azure AD tenant
Single Sign-On (SSO): Leverage existing company credentials

🤖 Multi-LLM Provider Support

Azure OpenAI: Enterprise-grade AI with your organization's deployment
OpenAI Direct: Access to latest GPT models with direct API integration
Google Gemini: Advanced multimodal AI capabilities
Seamless Switching: Change providers without reconfiguration

💬 Intelligent Chat Interface

Modern UI: VS Code-themed interface with responsive design
Real-time Interactions: Typing indicators and smooth animations
Message History: Persistent conversation tracking with export functionality
Code Syntax Highlighting: Proper formatting for code snippets and technical content
Quick Actions: One-click access to common AI operations

🛠️ Automated Development Tools

README Generator: Intelligent project documentation creation
Pull Request Assistant: Automated PR descriptions with code analysis
Code Explanation: Context-aware code documentation and explanations
Web Search Integration: Real-time information retrieval with Tavily API

⚙️ Advanced Configuration

First-Level Settings: All configurations accessible immediately after installation
Visual Configuration UI: Modern, intuitive settings interface
Connection Testing: Validate provider configurations before use
Enterprise Integration: Azure SQL, Weaviate, and Application Insights support

🔧 Installation

From VS Code Marketplace

Open Visual Studio Code
Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)
Search for "AICKStudio AI"
Click "Install"
Reload VS Code when prompted

Manual Installation

Download the latest .vsix file from Releases
Open VS Code
Press Ctrl+Shift+P to open Command Palette
Type "Extensions: Install from VSIX"
Select the downloaded file

⚡ Quick Start

1. Initial Configuration

After installation, AICKStudio AI will prompt you to configure your settings:

Open Configuration: Press Ctrl+Shift+P and run "AICKStudio AI: Configure Settings"
Set Up Authentication: Configure your Azure AD credentials (if required by your organization)
Choose AI Provider: Select and configure your preferred LLM provider
Test Connection: Verify your configuration works correctly

2. First Chat

Open Chat: Press Ctrl+Shift+o or run "AICKStudio AI: Open Chat"
Start Conversation: Type your question and press Enter
Explore Features: Try the action buttons for specialized tasks

3. Code Assistance

Select Code: Highlight any code in your editor
Right-Click: Choose from AICKStudio AI context menu options
Get Explanations: Use "Explain Code" for detailed analysis

🔐 Configuration

Azure AD Authentication

AICKStudio AI supports enterprise authentication through Azure Active Directory, enabling secure access control and compliance with organizational policies.

Prerequisites

Azure AD tenant with appropriate permissions
Registered application in Azure AD
Redirect URI configured for VS Code integration

Setup Steps

Open Configuration UI:

Ctrl+Shift+P → "AICKStudio AI: Configure Settings"

Configure Azure AD Settings:
- Tenant ID: Your organization's Azure AD tenant identifier
- Client ID: Application (client) ID from Azure AD app registration
- Redirect URI: vscode://AICKStudio.AICKStudio-ai-vscode/auth
- Resource URI: Optional resource scope (e.g., Azure OpenAI endpoint)
Authenticate:
- Click "Authenticate with Company AD"
- Complete OAuth2 flow in your browser
- Return to VS Code for confirmation

Azure AD App Registration

To set up Azure AD authentication, your IT administrator needs to:

Register Application in Azure Portal:
- Navigate to Azure Active Directory → App registrations
- Click "New registration"
- Set name: "AICKStudio AI VS Code Extension"
- Set redirect URI: vscode://AICKStudio.AICKStudio-ai-vscode/auth
Configure Permissions:
- Add Microsoft Graph permissions: User.Read, openid, profile
- Add Azure OpenAI permissions if using Azure OpenAI
Note Configuration Values:
- Application (client) ID
- Directory (tenant) ID
- Provide these to users for configuration

LLM Provider Setup

Azure OpenAI

Perfect for enterprise environments with enhanced security and compliance:

{
  "AICKStudioAI.llmProvider": "azure_openai",
  "AICKStudioAI.azureOpenAI.apiKey": "your-azure-openai-key",
  "AICKStudioAI.azureOpenAI.endpoint": "https://your-resource.openai.azure.com/",
  "AICKStudioAI.azureOpenAI.modelName": "gpt-4o"
}

Benefits:

Enterprise-grade security and compliance
Data residency control
Integration with Azure AD
Custom model deployments

OpenAI Direct

Access to the latest models with direct API integration:

{
  "AICKStudioAI.llmProvider": "openai",
  "AICKStudioAI.openai.apiKey": "sk-your-openai-key",
  "AICKStudioAI.openai.modelName": "gpt-4o"
}

Available Models:

gpt-4o: Latest and most capable model
gpt-4: Previous generation flagship model
gpt-3.5-turbo: Fast and cost-effective option

Google Gemini

Advanced multimodal capabilities with Google's latest AI:

{
  "AICKStudioAI.llmProvider": "gemini",
  "AICKStudioAI.gemini.apiKey": "your-gemini-api-key",
  "AICKStudioAI.gemini.modelName": "gemini-pro"
}

Available Models:

gemini-pro: Text and reasoning tasks
gemini-pro-vision: Multimodal with image understanding

Advanced Settings

Web Search Integration

Enable real-time web search capabilities:

{
  "AICKStudioAI.tavily.apiKey": "tvly-your-tavily-key"
}

Telemetry and Analytics

Monitor usage and performance with Application Insights:

{
  "AICKStudioAI.telemetry.instrumentationKey": "your-app-insights-key"
}

Database Integration

Connect to Azure SQL for advanced data operations:

{
  "AICKStudioAI.azure.sql.server": "your-server.database.windows.net",
  "AICKStudioAI.azure.sql.database": "your-database",
  "AICKStudioAI.azure.sql.user": "your-username",
  "AICKStudioAI.azure.sql.password": "your-password"
}

Vector Database

Integrate with Weaviate for semantic search:

{
  "AICKStudioAI.weaviate.host": "your-cluster.weaviate.network",
  "AICKStudioAI.weaviate.apiKey": "your-weaviate-key"
}

💬 Features

Chat Interface

The AICKStudio AI chat interface provides a modern, intuitive way to interact with AI directly within VS Code.

Key Capabilities

Natural Conversations: Engage in context-aware discussions about your code, projects, and development challenges. The AI maintains conversation history and can reference previous exchanges for more coherent assistance.

Code Integration: Seamlessly discuss code snippets, architectural decisions, and implementation strategies. The chat interface automatically formats code blocks with syntax highlighting for better readability.

Real-time Responses: Experience immediate feedback with typing indicators and smooth animations that provide visual cues about AI processing status.

Action Buttons: Quick access to specialized functions:

Web Search: Research current information and best practices
Generate README: Create comprehensive project documentation
Create PR Description: Generate detailed pull request descriptions

Usage Patterns

Development Consultation: Use the chat for architectural advice, code review suggestions, and best practice recommendations. The AI can analyze your project structure and provide contextual guidance.

Problem Solving: Describe bugs, errors, or implementation challenges to receive step-by-step troubleshooting assistance and solution recommendations.

Learning and Exploration: Ask questions about new technologies, frameworks, or programming concepts to receive detailed explanations with practical examples.

Code Assistance

AICKStudio AI provides comprehensive code assistance features that integrate directly with your development workflow.

Code Explanation

Select any code snippet and receive detailed explanations that cover:

Functionality Analysis: Understanding what the code does, how it works, and its purpose within the larger system.

Best Practices Review: Identification of coding patterns, potential improvements, and adherence to industry standards.

Complexity Assessment: Analysis of algorithmic complexity, performance implications, and optimization opportunities.

Documentation Generation: Automatic creation of inline comments and documentation that explains complex logic and business rules.

Right-click on selected code to access AICKStudio AI features:

Explain Code: Detailed analysis and explanation
Edit Selection with AI: AI-powered code modifications
Generate Unit Test: Automatic test case creation
Code Review: Comprehensive quality assessment
Generate Comments: Intelligent documentation

Multi-Language Support

AICKStudio AI supports code assistance across all major programming languages:

Web Technologies: JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, React, Vue, Angular Backend Languages: Python, Java, C#, Go, Rust, PHP Mobile Development: Swift, Kotlin, Dart (Flutter) Data Science: Python, R, SQL, Jupyter Notebooks DevOps: Bash, PowerShell, YAML, Docker, Kubernetes

Automated Tools

README Generator

The README generator analyzes your project structure and creates comprehensive documentation automatically.

Project Analysis: Scans your codebase to understand:

Project structure and organization
Dependencies and technologies used
Entry points and main functionality
Configuration files and build processes

Content Generation: Creates structured documentation including:

Project overview and description
Installation and setup instructions
Usage examples and API documentation
Contributing guidelines and license information

Customization: Adapts content based on:

Project type (library, application, framework)
Technology stack and frameworks
Existing documentation patterns
Industry-specific requirements

Pull Request Assistant

Automate the creation of detailed, professional pull request descriptions.

Code Analysis: Examines changes to understand:

Modified files and their purposes
Added, removed, or changed functionality
Impact on existing features
Potential breaking changes

Description Generation: Creates comprehensive PR descriptions with:

Summary of changes and their rationale
Technical implementation details
Testing considerations and requirements
Deployment and rollback procedures

Quality Assurance: Includes recommendations for:

Code review focus areas
Testing strategies and coverage
Documentation updates needed
Performance and security considerations

📝 Commands

Core Commands

Command	Description	Keyboard Shortcut
`AICKStudio AI: Open Chat`	Launch the AI chat interface	`Ctrl+Shift+o`
`AICKStudio AI: Ask AICKStudio AI`	Quick AI query with input box	`Ctrl+Shift+A`
`AICKStudio AI: Configure Settings`	Open configuration UI	-
`AICKStudio AI: Authenticate`	Authenticate with Azure AD	-

Code Assistance Commands

Command	Description	Context
`AICKStudio AI: Explain Code`	Detailed code explanation	Selected text
`AICKStudio AI: Edit Selection with AI`	AI-powered code editing	Selected text
`AICKStudio AI: Generate Unit Test`	Create test cases	Selected function/class
`AICKStudio AI: Code Review`	Comprehensive code analysis	Selected text
`AICKStudio AI: Generate Comments`	Add intelligent documentation	Selected text

Development Tools

Command	Description	Usage
`AICKStudio AI: Generate Code Documentation`	Create API docs	Project/file level
`AICKStudio AI: Generate Project Structure`	Scaffold new projects	Workspace
`AICKStudio AI: Generate Dockerfile`	Create containerization config	Project root
`AICKStudio AI: Generate CI/CD Pipeline`	Setup automation workflows	Repository

Specialized Commands

Command	Description	Purpose
`AICKStudio AI: Debug Assistance`	Help with debugging	Error analysis
`AICKStudio AI: Performance Optimization`	Code performance review	Optimization
`AICKStudio AI: Security Scan`	Security vulnerability analysis	Code security
`AICKStudio AI: Translate Code`	Convert between languages	Code migration

⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts

Default Shortcuts

Open Chat: Ctrl+Shift+o (Windows/Linux), Cmd+Shift+o (Mac)
Quick Ask: Ctrl+Shift+A (Windows/Linux), Cmd+Shift+A (Mac)

Customization

You can customize keyboard shortcuts through VS Code settings:

Open Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P)
Type "Preferences: Open Keyboard Shortcuts"
Search for "AICKStudio AI"
Click the pencil icon to modify shortcuts

Recommended Custom Shortcuts

{
  "key": "ctrl+alt+e",
  "command": "AICKStudioAI.explainCode",
  "when": "editorHasSelection"
},
{
  "key": "ctrl+alt+t",
  "command": "AICKStudioAI.generateUnitTest",
  "when": "editorHasSelection"
},
{
  "key": "ctrl+alt+r",
  "command": "AICKStudioAI.codeReview",
  "when": "editorHasSelection"
}

🏢 Enterprise Features

Security and Compliance

Data Protection: All communications are encrypted in transit and at rest. No code or conversations are stored on external servers without explicit configuration.

Audit Logging: Comprehensive logging of all AI interactions for compliance and security monitoring through Application Insights integration.

Access Control: Azure AD integration ensures only authorized users can access AI capabilities, with support for conditional access policies.

Data Residency: When using Azure OpenAI, data processing occurs within your specified Azure region, ensuring compliance with data sovereignty requirements.

Integration Capabilities

Azure Ecosystem: Native integration with Azure services including:

Azure OpenAI for AI processing
Azure Active Directory for authentication
Azure SQL Database for data operations
Application Insights for telemetry and monitoring

Development Workflow: Seamless integration with existing development tools:

Git integration for commit message generation
CI/CD pipeline configuration assistance
Docker and Kubernetes manifest generation
API documentation automation

Team Collaboration: Features designed for team environments:

Shared configuration templates
Consistent code review standards
Standardized documentation generation
Real-time collaboration support

Scalability and Performance

Efficient Resource Usage: Optimized for minimal impact on VS Code performance with lazy loading and efficient memory management.

Concurrent Operations: Support for multiple simultaneous AI operations without blocking the development environment.

Caching and Optimization: Intelligent caching of responses and configurations to reduce API calls and improve response times.

Load Balancing: Support for multiple API endpoints and automatic failover for high-availability scenarios.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Authentication Problems

Issue: "Authentication failed" error when trying to authenticate with Azure AD.

Solutions:

Verify Azure AD configuration:
- Check Tenant ID and Client ID are correct
- Ensure redirect URI is properly configured
- Confirm application permissions are granted

Clear stored credentials:

Ctrl+Shift+P → "AICKStudio AI: Configure Settings" → Reset to Defaults

Check network connectivity:
- Ensure access to login.microsoftonline.com
- Verify corporate firewall allows OAuth2 flows
- Test with different network if behind corporate proxy

LLM Provider Issues

Issue: "No response from LLM" or connection timeouts.

Solutions:

Test connection in configuration UI:
- Open settings and click "Test Connection"
- Verify API keys are valid and not expired
- Check endpoint URLs are correct
Verify API quotas and limits:
- Check your API usage against provider limits
- Ensure billing is current for paid services
- Monitor rate limiting and retry policies
Network troubleshooting:
- Test API access from command line or browser
- Check for proxy or firewall blocking
- Verify DNS resolution for API endpoints

Performance Issues

Issue: Slow response times or VS Code becoming unresponsive.

Solutions:

Optimize configuration:
- Reduce model complexity if using advanced models
- Enable caching for repeated queries
- Limit concurrent operations
Resource management:
- Close unnecessary VS Code extensions
- Increase VS Code memory allocation if needed
- Monitor system resources during AI operations
Network optimization:
- Use regional API endpoints when available
- Configure appropriate timeout values
- Consider using faster models for routine tasks

Debug Mode

Enable debug logging for detailed troubleshooting:

{
  "AICKStudioAI.debug": true
}

Debug logs are available in:

VS Code Developer Console (Help → Toggle Developer Tools)
Output panel (View → Output → AICKStudio AI)

Getting Help

Community Support: Join our community forum for peer assistance and feature discussions

Enterprise Support: Contact info@AICKStudio.ai for enterprise-specific assistance

Issue Reporting: Report bugs and feature requests on GitHub Issues

🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! Whether you're fixing bugs, adding features, or improving documentation, your help makes AICKStudio AI better for everyone.

Development Setup

Clone Repository:

git clone https://github.com/chetankerhalkar/AICKDevAssist.git
cd AICKStudioonevscode

Install Dependencies:
```
npm install
```
Build Extension:
```
npm run compile
```
Run in Development:
- Press F5 in VS Code to launch Extension Development Host
- Test your changes in the new VS Code window

Contribution Guidelines

Code Standards: Follow TypeScript best practices and maintain consistency with existing codebase. Use ESLint and Prettier for code formatting.

Testing: Add unit tests for new features and ensure existing tests pass. Integration tests should cover user-facing functionality.

Documentation: Update README and inline documentation for any new features or changes to existing functionality.

Pull Requests:

Create feature branches from main
Write clear commit messages describing changes
Include tests and documentation updates
Request review from maintainers

Areas for Contribution

Feature Development: New AI capabilities, additional LLM providers, enhanced UI components

Integration: Support for additional development tools, cloud services, and enterprise systems

Performance: Optimization of AI operations, caching improvements, resource management

Documentation: User guides, API documentation, troubleshooting resources

Testing: Automated testing, performance benchmarks, security assessments

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Third-Party Licenses

AICKStudio AI uses several open-source libraries and services:

LangChain: MIT License
OpenAI SDK: MIT License
Azure SDK: MIT License
VS Code Extension API: MIT License

Commercial Use

The MIT license permits commercial use, modification, and distribution. Enterprise features and support are available through commercial licensing agreements.

🌟 Why Choose AICKStudio AI?

Enterprise-Ready: Built for professional development environments with enterprise-grade security, authentication, and compliance features.

Multi-Provider Flexibility: Support for multiple AI providers ensures you're not locked into a single vendor and can choose the best model for each task.

Developer-Focused: Designed by developers for developers, with deep integration into VS Code and common development workflows.

Continuous Innovation: Regular updates with new features, improved models, and enhanced capabilities based on user feedback and industry trends.

Community-Driven: Open-source foundation with active community contribution and transparent development process.

Ready to transform your development workflow with AI? Install AICKStudio AI today and experience the future of intelligent code assistance.

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AICKStudio AI

AICKStudio

AICKStudio AI VS Code Extension

📽 How It Works

🧠 Chat with AI

Interact with the AI in real-time for explanations, suggestions, and refactoring tips.

🧾 Explain Any Code

Right-click and get detailed explanations with one click.

📚 Auto-Generate README

Generate full project documentation in seconds.

🔁 Pull Request Assistant

Write pull request descriptions with AI-powered insights.

✅ Code Review on Demand

Ask AI to assess selected code for bugs, performance, and best practices.

⚙️ Smart Settings Config

Easily set up Azure AD, LLMs, and telemetry via the visual UI.

🚀 Key Features

🔐 Enterprise-Grade Authentication

🤖 Multi-LLM Provider Support

💬 Intelligent Chat Interface

🛠️ Automated Development Tools

⚙️ Advanced Configuration

📋 Table of Contents

🔧 Installation

From VS Code Marketplace

Manual Installation

⚡ Quick Start

1. Initial Configuration

2. First Chat

3. Code Assistance

🔐 Configuration

Azure AD Authentication

Prerequisites

Setup Steps

Azure AD App Registration

LLM Provider Setup

Azure OpenAI

OpenAI Direct

Google Gemini

Advanced Settings

Web Search Integration

Telemetry and Analytics

Database Integration

Vector Database

💬 Features

Chat Interface

Key Capabilities

Usage Patterns

Code Assistance

Code Explanation

Context Menu Integration

Multi-Language Support

Automated Tools

README Generator

Pull Request Assistant

📝 Commands

Core Commands

Code Assistance Commands

Development Tools

Specialized Commands

⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts

Default Shortcuts

Customization

Recommended Custom Shortcuts

🏢 Enterprise Features

Security and Compliance

Integration Capabilities

Scalability and Performance

🔧 Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Authentication Problems

LLM Provider Issues

Performance Issues

Debug Mode

Getting Help

🤝 Contributing

Development Setup

Contribution Guidelines

Areas for Contribution

📄 License