CodeAlchemy transforms natural language into code through a simple, intuitive interface in VS Code. Unlike other complex AI coding tools, CodeAlchemy focuses on simplicity and visual feedback.
In a world of bloated, complicated tools, CodeAlchemy takes a different approach:
- Single-purpose focus: Generate, update, or refactor code with natural language
- Minimal UI: Just type what you want, no complex configurations
- Visual feedback: See your code being written character-by-character
- Focused functionality: Does one thing extremely well
- Project Creation: Generate entire project structures from natural language descriptions
- Code Updates: Modify existing files through conversational requests
- Code Refactoring: Find and modify patterns across multiple files
- Visual Editor: Watch files being created and modified with LLM-like typing animation
- VS Code 1.60.0 or higher
- AWS account with Bedrock access
- Environment variables for AWS credentials
- Clone this repository
- Run
npm install - Create a
.envfile with your AWS credentials:- AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID=your_access_key
- AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY=your_secret_key
- AWS_REGION=your_region
- AWS_BEDROCK_MODEL_ID=your_bedrock_model_arn
- Press F5 to run the extension in development mode
- Open the CodeAlchemy panel from the activity bar (or Click CTRL + SHIFT + C)
- Type a natural language request describing what you want to create or modify
- Watch as your code appears before your eyes with character-by-character animation
CodeAlchemy offers customizable animation speeds:
- Slow: Character-by-character typing like an LLM
- Normal: Balanced speed for visibility and efficiency
- Fast: Quicker animations for productivity
Adjust in settings or toggle using the command palette.
Many AI coding tools overwhelm you with features and complexity. CodeAlchemy is:
- Focused: Does one thing extremely well
- Intuitive: No learning curve required
- Transparent: See exactly what's changing in your files
- Lightweight: Minimal impact on your development environment
CodeAlchemy is just beginning its journey. Here's what's on the horizon:
- Local LLM Support: Run CodeAlchemy with local models, no cloud required
- Enhanced Animation: More fluid typing animations with syntax-aware pauses
- Context Understanding: Smarter code generation based on project structure
- Interactive Refactoring: Guided, step-by-step code transformations
- Animation Themes: Customize animation styles and behaviors
- Vibe Coding: Speak to code :)
- Intelligent Test Generation: Create tests for newly generated code
- Smart Animations: Highlight logic flows and connections as code is written
- Preview and Accept Changes: Preview changes to be made before applying them to whether accept or deny the proposed generated changes
- No-dependency Mode: Run without external AI services
- Code Evolution Playback: Visualize how your codebase has evolved over time
- Supporting Multiple IDEs: Making this extension available for multiple IDEs rather than just VS Code
Each update will maintain CodeAlchemy's core values of simplicity, focus, and visual feedback.
💡 Have ideas? We'd love to hear how you're using CodeAlchemy and what would make it even better for your workflow. Open an issue or discussion to share your thoughts!