RooCode
AI coding agent for VS Code focused on reliability and large-scale code changes with customizable modes and MCP support.
Features
- Customizable agent modes (Code, Architect, Debug, Ask)
- Multi-file editing with diff-based review
- MCP (Model Context Protocol) server integration
- Supports any LLM provider including local models
- Boomerang orchestration for complex multi-step tasks
RooCode is an open-source AI coding agent that runs as a VS Code extension, forked from Cline with a focus on reliability and control. It offers customizable modes for different workflows — coding, architecture planning, debugging, and Q&A. RooCode supports MCP servers for extended tool use and works with any LLM backend. It has gained popularity for handling large-scale refactors and complex multi-file changes with high reliability.
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