Twinny is a free, open-source AI code completion and chat extension for Visual Studio Code, aiming to provide a no-nonsense, locally or API-hosted alternative to proprietary tools like GitHub Copilot. It targets developers seeking powerful AI assistance without subscription fees, offering features like real-time code suggestions, code explanation, and refactoring.

How It Works

Twinny supports a wide range of AI providers, including local Ollama-compatible APIs, OpenAI, Anthropic, and others, allowing users to choose their preferred backend. It leverages workspace embeddings for context-aware assistance, meaning it can understand your project's structure and code to provide more relevant suggestions. The extension also integrates with the Symmetry network for decentralized, peer-to-peer AI inference, potentially enhancing capabilities and resource sharing.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Install via the VS Code Marketplace.
• Requires VS Code.
• Supports various AI providers, some of which may require API keys or local model setup (e.g., Ollama).
• Refer to documentation for detailed setup.

Highlighted Details

• Supports both local and API-hosted AI models.
• Features workspace embeddings for context-aware AI.
• Integrates with the Symmetry network for P2P AI inference.
• Offers a chat interface for discussing code with AI.

Maintenance & Community

• Actively developed, with contributions welcomed via GitHub issues and pull requests.
• Follow updates on Twitter.

Licensing & Compatibility

• MIT Licensed.
• Permits commercial use and linking with closed-source projects.

Limitations & Caveats

The project is actively developed, and functionality may vary between updates. Users should consult the GitHub issues page for troubleshooting and known issues.