An open-source VS Code extension that acts as an autonomous agent. Can create files, run terminal commands, and use the browser to build features end-to-end.

Cline

Can execute terminal commands and create files independently

Autonomous Agent

Asks for permission before running commands or editing files

Safe Execution

Cline - Autonomous Coding Agent

The spiritual successor to Atom, built in Rust for extreme performance. Features built-in AI collaboration and supports multiple LLMs (Claude, OpenAI, etc.).

Rust Performance

Real-time multiplayer editing out of the box

Feature	Cline	Zed
Pricing	Open Source (Free, pay for API keys)	Free (Open Source core)
Primary Category	Developer IDEs & Agents	Developer IDEs & Agents
Best For	Builders	Rust Developers
Key Strength	Autonomous capability (Creating/Editing/Running)	Built in Rust for speed
AI Model	Integrated	Integrated

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