Read, search, create, update, rename, and delete workspace files with safety checks
Inspect the current project and make focused file changes while remaining restricted to the open workspace.
LocalCoder
A private, local-first coding agent for Visual Studio Code.
Run GGUF coding models through llama.cpp and work directly with the currently open VS Code workspace. After the model and runtime are installed, normal coding assistance can remain on your local computer.
Local-first
Keep your everyday coding workflow on your computer.
LocalCoder connects VS Code to a configured local GGUF model. It can understand and work with the open project without sending normal coding requests to a hosted model after the local runtime is ready.
Visual Studio Marketplace
Available now
Install LocalCoder from the Visual Studio Marketplace and connect it to a configured local GGUF model.
Install extension
Features
From workspace edits to builds, APIs, and browser checks.
Require confirmation before file changes, app execution, browser actions, API mutations, and downloads
Review sensitive operations before LocalCoder runs them, so you stay in control of changes and external actions.
Run, build, and publish .NET, Node.js, React, and Docker projects
Use one coding workflow to execute common development commands and report build or publishing errors.
Preview HTML, automate an isolated browser, inspect pages, and capture responsive screenshots
Open workspace HTML inside VS Code, inspect DOM elements, apply temporary CSS, and capture desktop, tablet, or mobile views.
Test REST APIs and download files into the open workspace
Exercise REST endpoints with GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, PUSH, and DELETE, and place approved downloads inside the project.
Apply reusable global and workspace-specific Markdown skills
Give the agent repeatable instructions that apply globally or only to a particular workspace.
Getting started
Connect a model, open a project, and start coding.
LocalCoder lives in the VS Code Activity Bar and keeps confirmations and file differences visible before intended operations are approved.
- Start the LocalCoder service and load a configured GGUF model.
- Open a project folder in Visual Studio Code.
- Select the LocalCoder robot icon in the Activity Bar.
- Enter a coding request, inspect confirmations and diffs, then approve the intended operations.
Example requests
Ask for concrete work in plain language.
Create a responsive profile page in profile.html.
Update profile.html to use Bootstrap styling.
Open profile.html in the local browser.
Build this .NET project and report any errors.
Capture mobile and desktop screenshots of https://pwaapps.com.
Safety and privacy
Explicit boundaries around files, browsers, and external actions.
Workspace restricted
File tools are restricted to the open workspace, and existing files are read before updates, renames, or deletions.
Recoverable deletion
Deleted files use the operating system trash when supported.
Confirmed external actions
External mutations and downloads require confirmation before they run.
Isolated browser
Browser automation uses an isolated Edge or Chrome session without the normal browser profile's cookies or passwords.
Get LocalCoder
Bring private local coding assistance into VS Code.
Install the extension from the Visual Studio Marketplace or explore its source and documentation on GitHub.