RooCode
Roo Code is an AI-powered coding assistant that integrates into your editor, offering a suite of tools to generate, refactor, debug, and document code. It solves the problem of repetitive and complex development tasks by providing an AI dev team within your IDE. It is designed for developers who want to accelerate their workflow with AI assistance.
✨ Key features
- Generates code from natural language descriptions and specs.
- Adapts with multiple modes: Code, Architect, Ask, Debug, and Custom.
- Refactors and debugs existing code.
- Writes and updates documentation.
- Answers questions about your codebase.
- Automates repetitive tasks and utilizes MCP servers.
🎯 Use cases
- Generate boilerplate code from natural language specs.
- Refactor legacy code to improve structure and readability.
- Debug issues by tracing problems and adding logs.
- Create and update project documentation automatically.
- Automate repetitive coding tasks with custom modes.
⚠️ Good to know
The Roo Code Extension was shut down on May 15th; users are directed to alternatives like ZooCode and Cline, and the project is no longer actively maintained.
❓ FAQ
What happened to Roo Code?
The Roo Code Extension was shut down on May 15th. The company recommends alternatives like ZooCode and Cline.
Is Roo Code still available for use?
No, the extension has been discontinued. However, the repository remains for reference, and the community has forked it into ZooCode.
What are the main modes in Roo Code?
The main modes are Code, Architect, Ask, Debug, and Custom Modes, each tailored for different tasks like coding, planning, answering questions, debugging, and specialized workflows.
Can I use Roo Code with MCP servers?
Yes, Roo Code supports utilizing MCP servers to extend its capabilities.
📊 Repository
🤖 Overview, features, install steps and FAQ were generated from the project's README on Sep 4, 2026. Always check the original source before running commands.