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Connect with developers, contribute ideas, and stay ahead with the latest AI-powered coding tools.
Roo Code is an AI-powered autonomous coding agent 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, Roo Code can help you build software more efficiently.
Check out the CHANGELOG for detailed updates and fixes.
Roo Code 3.10 brings powerful productivity enhancements!
- Suggested responses to questions to save you time typing
- Improved large file handling through mapping out the file structure and reading only the relevant content
- Rebuilt @-mention file lookup that respects .gitignore and doesn't have a limit on the number of files tracked
- 🚀 Generate Code from natural language descriptions
- 🔧 Refactor & Debug existing code
- 📝 Write & Update documentation
- 🤔 Answer Questions about your codebase
- 🔄 Automate repetitive tasks
- 🏗️ Create new files and projects
Roo Code adapts to your needs with specialized modes:
- Code Mode: For general-purpose coding tasks
- Architect Mode: For planning and technical leadership
- Ask Mode: For answering questions and providing information
- Debug Mode: For systematic problem diagnosis
- Custom Modes: Create unlimited specialized personas for security auditing, performance optimization, documentation, or any other task
Roo Code comes with powerful tools that can:
- Read and write files in your project
- Execute commands in your VS Code terminal
- Control a web browser
- Use external tools via MCP (Model Context Protocol)
MCP extends Roo Code'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 Roo Code's functionality to meet your specific needs.
Make Roo Code 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
- Discord: Join our Discord server for real-time help and discussions
- Reddit: Visit our subreddit to share experiences and tips
- GitHub: Report issues or request features
- Clone the repo:
git clone https://github.com/RooVetGit/Roo-Code.git- Install dependencies:
npm run install:all- Start the webview (Vite/React app with HMR):
npm run dev- Debug:
Press
F5(or Run → Start Debugging) in VSCode to open a new session with Roo Code loaded.
Changes to the webview will appear immediately. Changes to the core extension will require a restart of the extension host.
Alternatively you can build a .vsix and install it directly in VSCode:
npm run buildA .vsix file will appear in the bin/ directory which can be installed with:
code --install-extension bin/roo-cline-<version>.vsixWe use changesets for versioning and publishing. Check our CHANGELOG.md for release notes.
Please note that Roo Veterinary, Inc does not make any representations or warranties regarding any code, models, or other tools provided or made available in connection with Roo Code, any associated third-party tools, or any resulting outputs. You assume all risks associated with the use of any such tools or outputs; such tools are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. Such risks may include, without limitation, intellectual property infringement, cyber vulnerabilities or attacks, bias, inaccuracies, errors, defects, viruses, downtime, property loss or damage, and/or personal injury. You are solely responsible for your use of any such tools or outputs (including, without limitation, the legality, appropriateness, and results thereof).
We love community contributions! Get started by reading our CONTRIBUTING.md.
Thanks to all our contributors who have helped make Roo Code better!
Apache 2.0 © 2025 Roo Veterinary, Inc.
Enjoy Roo Code! Whether you keep it on a short leash or let it roam autonomously, we can’t wait to see what you build. If you have questions or feature ideas, drop by our Reddit community or Discord. Happy coding!