WHY WE PICKED IT
OpenCode is the best 'bring-your-own-model' coding agent for developers who want full control. Because it is open source and runs in the terminal, it fits naturally into existing CI/CD and shell-centric workflows without locking you into a specific vendor.
GETTING STARTED
Install OpenCode via npm or the official installer and run `opencode` in your project directory. Configure your preferred model provider in the settings file, then describe a task in natural language. OpenCode will plan the changes, edit files, run tests, and report results. Because it is open source, you can self-host or customize the agent loop for your team's workflow.
QUICK TIPS
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Start with small, well-defined tasks to learn how the agent plans changes
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Use a local model for sensitive codebases and remote models for heavier reasoning
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Commit or stash work before starting a session so you can roll back easily
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Configure custom test commands so OpenCode validates every change
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Review the generated diff carefully before accepting multi-file edits
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Is OpenCode free?
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Yes, OpenCode is completely free to use.
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Does OpenCode have an API?
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No, OpenCode does not appear to offer a public API.
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What is OpenCode best for?
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OpenCode is best for Best for Terminal Coding. OpenCode is an open-source terminal-based coding agent that connects to multiple language models and performs autonomous software engineering tasks from the command line. OpenCode is the best 'bring-your-own-model' coding agent for developers who want full control. Because it is open source and runs in the terminal, it fits naturally into existing CI/CD and shell-centric workflows without locking you into a specific vendor.
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What platforms does OpenCode support?
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OpenCode supports mac, windows, linux, local.
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Is OpenCode open source?
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Yes, OpenCode is open source. You can access the source code on GitHub at https://github.com/opencode-ai/opencode.
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How do I get started with OpenCode?
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Install OpenCode via npm or the official installer and run `opencode` in your project directory. Configure your preferred model provider in the settings file, then describe a task in natural language. OpenCode will plan the changes, edit files, run tests, and report results. Because it is open sourc...
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How do I use OpenCode?
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OpenCode is a large language model for text generation, analysis, and conversation. Use through available interfaces. Enter prompts or questions to get responses. It excels at open-source and model-agnostic by design.
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