Install AI Tools for Vibe Coding

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Installing/Upgrading AI Tools for Coding

OpenCode

Install globally:

Terminal window
bun i -g opencode-ai

VSCode Integration:

  • Install “OpenCode” extension from VSCode marketplace
  • Use command line: opencode in integrated terminal
  • Access via VSCode command palette or extension UI

Context File: Uses AGENTS.md for project-specific guidelines, build commands, and code style conventions.

Gemini CLI

Install globally:

Terminal window
npm i -g @google/gemini-cli@latest

VSCode Integration:

  • Install “Gemini CLI Companion” extension from VSCode marketplace
  • Use command line: gemini-cli in integrated terminal
  • Enhanced integration with VSCode workspace and editor

Context File: Uses GEMINI.md for Google Gemini-specific configuration and project context.

Qwen Code

Install globally:

Terminal window
bun i -g qwen-code

VSCode Integration:

  • Use command line: qwen-code in integrated terminal
  • No dedicated VSCode plugin needed
  • Works directly in VSCode terminal

Context File: Uses QWEN.md for Alibaba Qwen model configuration and project-specific instructions.

Quick Start

  1. Install all tools globally with bun
  2. Open your project in VSCode
  3. Use terminal commands to run AI tools
  4. Each tool provides different AI capabilities for coding assistance

Tips

  • All tools work seamlessly in VSCode terminal
  • Use bun i -g for global installation
  • No additional VSCode extensions needed
  • Tools provide AI-powered coding assistance