Explain why any line changed & risk behind codde changed – directly in VS Code.
Each install gets 10 free explanations. Upgrade for unlimited usage, Auto-Patch, and Risk Radar coming soon.
✨ Features
Action
Shortcut
Result
Explain Selection
Ctrl + Alt + W (Win/Linux) ⌥ ⌘ W (macOS)
Inserts: // Why ➜ …intent… | Risk ➜ …risk…
GitsWhy – AI Co-Engineer from history to delivery (VS Code)
After 10 uses you'll see an upgrade prompt for unlimited explanations, Auto-Patch, Risk Radar, etc coming soon.
Screenshots
Why + Risk inserted inline
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Quick Start
# nothing to configure – backend is pre-set
code --install-extension gitswhy-hover-lite