AI-Powered Code Explainer
Harness the power of AI for programming with our code explainer. Instantly understand complex code with AI-powered explanations directly in your IDE.
No credit card required • Free AI tools for coding
Introducing the Explain Code Feature
Our Explain Code feature provides instant, in-depth explanations for your code snippets, helping you understand complex algorithms and improve your coding skills.
Seamless IDE Integration
Works directly in your favorite IDE—no app switching needed.
No Copying Required
No switching between apps or copying code—everything in one place.
Multiple AI Models
Access to AI models optimized specifically for coding tasks.
Customized for Developers
AI assistance tailored specifically for software developers.
How It Works
Understand any code in 3 simple steps
Select the code you want to be explained
Highlight any code snippet, function, class, or algorithm that you want to understand better.
Right-click and choose "CodeGPT: Explain CodeGPT"
Access the AI code explainer directly from your context menu—no external tools needed.
Receive a detailed explanation directly in your IDE
Get instant, comprehensive explanations including what the code does, how it works, why certain approaches were used, and potential improvements—all in plain language.
What AI Can Explain For You
💡 Complex Algorithms
Understand sorting algorithms, search algorithms, graph traversals, dynamic programming, and other complex computational logic.
🔍 Legacy Code
Decode undocumented legacy code, understand old coding patterns, and learn how systems were originally designed.
🏗️ Design Patterns
Learn how design patterns are implemented—from Singleton and Factory to Observer and Strategy patterns.
🔐 Security Code
Understand authentication flows, encryption methods, security protocols, and secure coding practices.
📊 Data Structures
Learn how custom data structures work—trees, graphs, heaps, tries, and specialized collections.
🌐 API Integrations
Understand third-party API calls, webhook handlers, REST endpoints, and GraphQL queries.
Free AI Tools for Coding at Your Fingertips
Start using CodeGPT today with our free plan, offering limited daily interactions. For unlimited access and advanced features, explore our subscription options.
Free Plan
Use our free plan with limited interactions to get started with AI code explanation.
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Subscribe for unlimited access to premium AI models and advanced features.
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Context-Aware Explanations
AI understands your entire codebase context to provide relevant, accurate explanations that make sense in your project.
Multi-Language Support
Explain code in Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, C++, Go, Rust, and 100+ programming languages.
Plain Language Explanations
Get explanations in clear, understandable language—not technical jargon. Perfect for learning and onboarding.
Instant Understanding
No more spending hours trying to understand complex code. Get instant explanations and keep coding.
Learn While You Code
Improve your coding skills by understanding patterns, algorithms, and best practices through AI explanations.
Onboarding Made Easy
New team members can quickly understand your codebase with AI-powered explanations of every component.
Experience the Future of Coding
Join thousands of developers who are enhancing their coding workflow with AI-powered code explanation. Start understanding any code instantly.
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