Roo Code
Open-source coding-agent extension for VS Code with configurable modes and providers. It does not bundle model access or replace Windsurf's hosted IDE service one-for-one.
Setup: editor extension + model provider
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| Option | What it can help with | Free access | What you need | Important limitation | Last checked |
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| Roo Code Source | Open-source coding-agent extension for VS Code with configurable modes and providers. It does not bundle model access or replace Windsurf's hosted IDE service one-for-one. | Check current terms in the source | editor extension + model provider | Check the source for current capabilities |