🎯 Introduction to CodeGPT

What is CodeGPT?

CodeGPT is a Visual Studio Code extension that integrates powerful AI models directly into your development environment. With over 2 million developers already using it, CodeGPT allows you to access top-tier AI models like GPT-5, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, and Gemini 2.5, with flexible usage limits—pay only for what you need.

CodeGPT main screen showing the extension interface in VS Code

🚀 Getting Started

After installing CodeGPT from the VS Code Marketplace, you'll be greeted with a simple login screen where you can authenticate using Google or GitHub.

CodeGPT login screen with Continue with Google and Continue with Github options

📦 Usage Options

Once logged in, all users start on the Free plan with multiple ways to access AI models:

  • 🔑 Bring Your Own API Key: Connect your own API key from the provider of your choice (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Mistral, etc.) and enjoy unlimited interactions at no extra cost—you only pay your provider directly.
  • 🪙 Buy Credits (Pay-as-you-go): Prefer not to manage API keys? Purchase credits directly from CodeGPT and access all premium models with simple pay-per-use pricing. No subscription required.
  • ✨ AutoComplete Add-on: Subscribe to unlock unlimited AI autocomplete and advanced Agentic Mode with planning capabilities. Starting at $6.67/month when billed annually.

Learn more about pricing options on our Plans & Pricing page.

🌟 Key Features

💬 Integrated Chat

Chat with AI models directly from the VS Code sidebar. Ask questions about your code, request explanations, or get help solving complex problems.

⚡ Smart Autocomplete

Get real-time code suggestions powered by the world's most advanced LLMs. Write code faster and with fewer mistakes using context-aware completions.

🔄 Multi-Provider Support

Connect to the leading AI providers seamlessly:

  • OpenAI (GPT-4, GPT-4o)
  • Anthropic (Claude 3.5 Sonnet, Opus)
  • Google (Gemini 1.5 Pro)
  • Local Models (via Ollama)

🔐 Total Flexibility

Choose your preferred way to use CodeGPT:

  • CodeGPT Credits: Access all models without needing your own API keys.
  • Bring Your Own Key (BYOK): Use your existing API keys directly.
  • Local Models: Run everything on your own machine for maximum privacy.

🔜 Next Step

Ready to start? Continue with the Model Management Guide to set up CodeGPT.