Simple LLM is a powerful VS Code extension that integrates Large Language Models (LLMs) directly into your development environment. It provides an intuitive interface for interacting with AI models, enhancing your coding experience with intelligent assistance.
Installation
Launch VS Code Quick Open (Ctrl+P), paste the following command, and press enter.
Simple LLM is a powerful VS Code extension that integrates Large Language Models (LLMs) directly into your development environment. It provides an intuitive interface for interacting with AI models, enhancing your coding experience with intelligent assistance.
Features
AI-Powered Chat Interface: Engage in conversations with LLMs directly within VS Code.
Code Context Integration: Easily include selected code snippets in your AI conversations for more relevant assistance.
Multiple LLM Support: Configure and use various LLM models based on your preferences and needs.
Conversation Management: Save, load, and manage multiple conversations for different projects or topics.
Syntax Highlighting: Markdown and code snippets in AI responses are beautifully rendered with syntax highlighting.
How It Works
The extension adds a new view to VS Code's sidebar, providing a chat interface.
Users can select code in their editor and send it to the chat for context.
The extension communicates with configured LLM APIs (Openai Compatible) to generate responses.
Responses are streamed back to the chat interface in real-time.
Conversations can be saved and loaded for future reference.
How to Use
Install the Simple LLM extension from the VS Code marketplace.
Open the Simple LLM view in the sidebar (look for the LLM icon).
Configure your preferred LLM model and API key in the settings.
Start a new conversation by typing in the chat input or selecting code and using the "Ask LLM" command.
Interact with the AI, ask questions, or request code explanations and suggestions.
Configuration
To configure the extension:
Open VS Code settings (File > Preferences > Settings).
Search for the setting button in the sidebar and configure your models:name, apiUrl, apiToken, modelName, systemPrompt, temperature
Requirements
Visual Studio Code version 1.92.0 or higher.
An openai compatible API
Valid API key(s) for your chosen LLM service(s).
Release Notes
1.0.0
Initial release of Simple LLM
Support for multiple LLM models
Code context integration
Conversation management features
Feedback and Contributions
We welcome your feedback and contributions! Please report any issues or suggest features on our GitHub repository.
