ExplainThisCode

ExplainThisCode is an AI tool built as an extension for Visual Studio Code. It helps developers understand code more easily by giving them instant explanations. This tool is designed to make it quicker for programmers to grasp new or complex code, learn from code used in real projects, and get explanations that match their current knowledge.

Benefits

This extension saves developers time by providing fast explanations of code. It helps users learn and improve their coding skills by showing them how code works. Users can get different types of explanations, like simple ones for beginners, detailed technical breakdowns, or insights into code performance and security. This means developers can understand code from various angles.

Use Cases

Developers can use ExplainThisCode in several ways. They can highlight a piece of code and press a keyboard shortcut (Cmd+Shift+E on Mac or Ctrl+Shift+E on Windows/Linux) to get an explanation. They can also explain an entire file by using the command palette or by right-clicking on the code. The tool offers different explanation modes such as Standard for a full technical view, Beginner for easy to understand explanations, Performance for tips on making code run faster, and Security for identifying potential weaknesses.

Pricing

ExplainThisCode offers a free plan that includes 1,000 tokens per month and up to 50 requests each day. For users who need more, there is a Pro plan available for $19 per month, which provides higher limits and access to the API. Pricing for larger teams and businesses is also available upon request.

Vibes

Users can adjust the explanation detail based on their skill level, choosing from Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced. The extension supports a wide range of programming languages including TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Java, Go, Rust, C++, C, C#, PHP, Ruby, Swift, Kotlin, and many others.