VSCode + Cline + Continue | STOP PAYING for CURSOR with this OPEN SOURCE & LOCAL Alternative
AI Summary
Video Overview
This video by Nathan introduces an open-source alternative to the premium code editor Cursor, which is a fork of Visual Studio Code (VS Code).
Key Points
- Cursor vs VS Code:
- Cursor has AI features for generating files, writing code, and debugging but can be limiting without the pro version ($20/month).
- VS Code is a widely-used, open-source code editor known for its simplicity and extendability.
- Why Choose VS Code:
- Provides full control over data.
- Allows integration of free, local AI models.
Setup Instructions
- Install VS Code:
- Visit VS Code homepage to download and install the appropriate version.
- Install Olama:
- Go to Olama’s website to download and install the application for accessing local AI models.
- Install Extensions:
- In VS Code, install the following extensions:
- Client: For enhanced reasoning and multi-file editing capabilities.
- Continue.dev: For auto code completion and suggestions.
- Configure Models:
- Use terminal to download models with commands:
olama pull integrated_model_name(e.g., DeepSync R1, Quen 2.5 Coder).- Set models in the configuration settings of the extensions.
Features of This Setup
- The combined setup of VS Code, Olama, Client, and Continue.dev replicates Cursor’s features.
- Usage of keyboard shortcuts enhances efficiency for code editing and debugging.
- Users can opt for OpenRouter API for alternative models when trial credits run out.
Conclusion
- Viewers are encouraged to compare using VS Code with these extensions versus using Cursor, fostering community discussion in the comments section.