AI Companion is an AI-powered coding assistant that lives in your editor. It can:

• Communicate in natural language
• Read and write files directly in your workspace
• Run terminal commands
• Automate browser actions
• Integrate with any OpenAI-compatible or custom API/model
• Adapt its "personality" and capabilities through Custom Modes

Whether you're seeking a flexible coding partner, a system architect, or specialized roles like a QA engineer or product manager, AI Companion can help you build software more efficiently.

Quick Start

1. Install AI Companion from the VS Code Marketplace
2. Connect Your AI Provider
3. Try Your First Task

Key Features

Multiple Modes

AI Companion adapts to your needs with specialized modes:

• Code Mode: Handle general programming tasks
• Architect Mode: Plan architecture and technical leadership
• Ask Mode: Answer questions and provide information
• Debug Mode: Systematically diagnose issues
• Custom Modes: Create unlimited specialized roles for security audits, performance optimization, documentation, or any other task

Smart Tools

AI Companion includes powerful built-in tools that can:

• Read and write files in your workspace
• Execute terminal commands
• Search your codebase
• Automate browser actions
• Access external resources
• Integrate with MCP (Model Context Protocol)

Customization

Make AI Companion work your way with:

• Custom Instructions for personalized behavior
• Custom Modes for specialized tasks
• Local Models for offline use
• Auto-Approval Settings for faster workflows

MCP Integration

MCP extends AI Companion's capabilities by allowing you to add unlimited custom tools. Integrate with external APIs, connect to databases, or create specialized development tools - MCP provides the framework to expand AI Companion's functionality to meet your specific needs.

Disclaimer

This extension is based on an existing VS Code extension, with modifications to create a custom version for personal or organizational use.