Coding tools and integrations
How Claude Code, Codex CLI, Cursor, Cline and friends point at one compatible endpoint.
Grok Build Open Source Guide 2026: What Shipped Under Apache 2.0, Self-Hosting, and the Privacy Backstory
Grok Build went fully open source on 2026-07-15 under Apache 2.0: ~840k lines of Rust, self-compile with your own inference endpoint, hybrid cloud patterns.
Updated 2026-10-08
GitHub Copilot BYOK for Claude and GPT
BYOK setup for VS Code Custom Endpoint and Copilot CLI: URL forms, plan requirements and the JetBrains limit.
Updated 2026-10-08
Cursor custom API key and Base URL
Where keys go in Settings → Models, which slot can change the Base URL, why Tab skips your key, and the QCode setup.
Updated 2026-10-08
Codex model_catalog_json configuration guide
Loaded at startup, replaces the bundled catalog, profile wins; the 0.160.0 explicit provider catalog change and /model troubleshooting.
Updated 2026-10-08
Use GPT-5.6 (Sol / Terra / Luna) in Codex CLI: 4-Step Setup
GPT-5.6 in Codex: switch sol / terra / luna with /model; if the list is empty, tell ChatGPT login from an API key first. Official line: ChatGPT-login drops 5.4 starting 2026-08-31 (rechecked 2026-08-30).
Updated 2026-10-08
Enable GPT-5.5 in Codex CLI 0.124.0
GPT-5.5 retires from ChatGPT, ChatGPT Work and Codex on all plans on 2026-10-14; the OpenAI API isn't affected. Plus model-catalog.json steps for CLI 0.124.0.
Updated 2026-10-08
Codex CLI third-party API setup guide
How to set model_provider, base_url and env_key in config.toml, plus common errors and model picks (checked 2026-10-07).
Updated 2026-10-08
ClawHub and the Claw Ecosystem (2026-10-08): the Public Registry for OpenClaw Skills and Plugins
As of 2026-10-08, ClawHub is the public registry for OpenClaw skills and plugins: install with openclaw commands, publish with the clawhub CLI, auto-scanned.
Updated 2026-10-08
Claude Desktop third-party API guide
Configure a Gateway in developer mode: Anthropic Messages API only, Claude models only, no ANTHROPIC_BASE_URL, plus the Claude Code differences.
Updated 2026-10-08
Claude Cowork 2026: Rolling Out to Every Chat Since Sep 16
Claude Cowork is how Claude takes on bigger tasks: reports, spreadsheets and scheduled jobs. Since 2026-09-16 it is coming to every chat on Pro and Max.
Updated 2026-10-08
Claude Code VS Code Extension: API Key and Custom Gateway
Credentials in claudeCode.environmentVariables, settings.json shared with the CLI, plus login prompt and model selection fixes.
Updated 2026-10-08
Claude Code one-click install: macOS, Linux, Windows
The three official install commands, the QCode one-click setup script, verification and common install errors.
Updated 2026-10-08
Claude Code with Chinese models: setup guide
One cr_ key for DeepSeek, GLM, Kimi and Qwen in Claude Code: same address, switch with /model.
Updated 2026-10-08
Claude Code auto mode guide
Interactive sessions now default to auto mode (docs say 2.1.283, changelog 2.1.284): the six permission modes, how to turn it off, and notes for teams and CI.
Updated 2026-10-08
Claude Code custom endpoint setup
The two environment variables, the settings.json form, apiKeyHelper, and the documented web-session limitation.
Updated 2026-10-08
AI coding tools that support a custom API
16 BYOK tools: protocol, config location, Claude support and setup page, checked 2026-10-08.
Updated 2026-10-08
Zed on OpenAI-compatible endpoints
Official openai_compatible: api_url, model id, key
Updated 2026-10-07
Warp custom inference endpoint
OpenAI Chat Completions, public URL, do not pick Auto
Updated 2026-10-07
Trae custom model setup guide
How to fill in a Trae custom model: API format, request URL, model ID and API key, plus the Auto mode limit and common errors.
Updated 2026-10-07
Kilo Code Claude API Setup Guide
Custom provider: Claude via Anthropic Messages at /api, GPT and Chinese models via OpenAI Compatible at /openai/v1, plus common errors.
Updated 2026-10-07
JetBrains AI Assistant on OpenAI-compatible endpoints
Official OpenAI-compatible: URL, API key, Test Connection
Updated 2026-10-07
Cline OpenAI-Compatible API Guide
Three fields to QCode; choosing between BYOK pay-per-use and a $20 subscription
Updated 2026-10-07
Claude Ultracode vs Max: Toggle, Not an Effort Level (2026)
As of 2026-10-08, ultracode is a Claude Code toggle, not an effort level: it orchestrates dynamic workflows at any effort. max is the deepest reasoning level.
Updated 2026-10-07
Claude Code User Guide
Complete tutorial for Claude Code CLI tool, from installation to mastery. Supports latest features including Claude Opus 4.6/4.7/4.8, Background Agents, and Hooks.
Updated 2026-10-07
Claude Code and Codex from Germany and DACH
Availability, endpoints, payment and documentation language for Claude Code and Codex from Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Updated 2026-10-07
Claude Code 1M context behind a custom base URL
From 2.1.285, a custom base URL gets 1M automatically; use /autocompact 200k if your gateway stops at 200K, plus hint headers and 529 backoff.
Updated 2026-10-07
How to Use Claude Code in China (Oct 2026): Alipay & WeChat
As of Oct 2026, use Claude Code in China by pointing ANTHROPIC_BASE_URL at QCode (asia.qcode.cc for the mainland) and topping up via Alipay or WeChat Pay.
Updated 2026-10-07
Cherry Studio Claude API setup guide
Claude via the Anthropic type at /api, GPT and Chinese models via the OpenAI type at /openai, one cr_ key, plus common errors.
Updated 2026-10-07
CC Switch guide: switching APIs in Claude Code and Codex
Install, add a QCode configuration, switch between Claude Code and Codex in one click, and fix switches that don't take effect or 401 errors.
Updated 2026-10-07
Claude Code and Codex with German instructions
CLAUDE.md and AGENTS.md for German replies: what is documented, what is not, and a paste-ready rule block.
Updated 2026-10-01
Orca install and troubleshooting guide
CLI command name, the Homebrew command with the tap, picking from three Linux packages, the CLI missing its command, official docs on SSH and phone pairing (checked 2026-09-23)
Updated 2026-09-23
2026 open-source AI coding orchestrator comparison
15 tools side by side on the 2026-09-22 stars, licences, activity and form; the form and model-source columns only carry what each README states word for word. Checked 2026-09-23.
Updated 2026-09-23
Orca third-party endpoints: 11 rows
Endpoint fields and config locations for 11 CLI agents; undocumented rows marked as such (checked 2026-09-22)
Updated 2026-09-22
Orca agent development environment guide
What Orca is and is not, parallel git worktrees, which CLI agents it runs, install paths and the name clash (official README and docs checked 2026-09-22)
Updated 2026-09-22
Claude Code Voice Mode: Complete Voice Coding Guide
Claude Code Voice Mode complete guide: voice coding setup, 20 language support, workflow best practices for hands-free programming
Updated 2026-09-22
Claude Code MCP Complete Guide: Model Context Protocol Ecosystem
Complete guide to Claude Code MCP (Model Context Protocol) — popular MCP Servers, configuration tutorials, and security best practices. Use MCP workflows at low cost via QCode.cc.
Updated 2026-09-22
Claude Code Hooks & Automation Guide: Custom Workflows
Master Claude Code Hooks and automation — PreToolUse/PostToolUse configuration, CI/CD headless integration, sensitive file protection, and practical workflow recipes.
Updated 2026-09-22
Codex Computer Use Guide: Background Cross-App Mac Control
OpenAI Codex Computer Use (2026-04-16): Codex sees/clicks/types across any Mac app in the background, multi-agent parallel, 90+ plugins. Mac-only; EU/UK not open per release notes 2026-09-19.
Updated 2026-09-21
OpenAI Codex CLI Complete Guide: Setup, Features & Comparison
OpenAI Codex CLI complete guide: installation, core features, multi-model support, MCP integration, and in-depth comparison with Claude Code
Updated 2026-09-21
Aider Complete Guide: Git-Native AI Coding with Claude Models
Aider is a Git-native AI coding assistant with 49K+ GitHub Stars, connecting to most LLMs including Claude and GPT. Learn to install and configure Aider with QCode.cc for low-cost Claude access.
Updated 2026-09-21
Claude Code Slash Commands Complete Reference: Built-in and Custom
Claude Code Slash Commands: 8 built-ins (/init /review /compact /cost /loop /schedule /plugin /help) + custom .claude/commands/ project & personal scopes.
Updated 2026-08-30
GPT-5.5 in Codex + Goal Mode: 2026 Guide | QCode
GPT-5.5 is OpenAI's strongest agentic coding model — 82.7% on Terminal-Bench 2.0 and 58.6% on SWE-Bench Pro. Plus Codex Goal Mode, Appshots, and remote computer use.
Updated 2026-08-17
Codex Desktop App & ChatGPT Super App Guide | QCode.cc
Complete guide to OpenAI Codex Desktop App and ChatGPT Super App. Evolution from CLI to desktop, ChatGPT Super App features (Chat+Codex+Atlas unified), new models GPT-5.5/5.4/5.3-Codex-Spark, and QCode.cc setup.
Updated 2026-08-17
Claude Managed Agents: Complete Guide 2026
Claude Managed Agents complete guide 2026: Anthropic's fully managed cloud AI agent platform, launched in public beta April 8, 2026. Sandboxed execution, checkpointing, credential management, scoped permissions, end-to-end tracing. Enterprise customers include Notion, Asana, Sentry, Rakuten.
Updated 2026-08-17
Claude Code Plugin Ecosystem Complete Guide | QCode.cc
Complete guide to the Claude Code plugin ecosystem. Official marketplace, community picks like Superpowers (42K★), plugin development basics, manifest format, and setup via QCode.cc.
Updated 2026-08-17
Claude Code Dynamic Workflows: Orchestrate Hundreds of Subagents | QCode
What dynamic workflows are in Claude Code, how to trigger them with the workflow keyword, ultracode, and /deep-research, and when to use them for audits, migrations, and research.
Updated 2026-08-17
Claude Code Agent Teams Collaboration Guide | QCode.cc
Complete guide to Claude Code Agent Teams. Multi-agent collaboration architecture (Lead/Teammates/shared task list/mailbox), enabling configuration, Custom Subagents (@ mention), and QCode.cc setup.
Updated 2026-08-17
API Key Usage Query API — Programmatically Check Usage & Expiry | QCode
QCode Open API: generate a read-only token in your dashboard and query all your active API keys' expiry, daily usage and quota with one curl call — wire it into expiry alerts, usage dashboards and CI.
Updated 2026-08-17
Tencent WorkBuddy Guide
Office multi-agent overview, Custom API setup angle, and coding-tool boundary
Updated 2026-08-15
OpenCode Complete Guide: The 120K Stars Open Source AI Coding Assistant
OpenCode is an open-source AI coding assistant with 120K+ GitHub Stars, supporting 75+ model providers, multi-agent architecture, and native LSP integration. Use Claude models in OpenCode at low cost through QCode.cc.
Updated 2026-08-15
OpenClaw Skills Guide: 5,700+ AI Agent Skills Ecosystem
Explore the OpenClaw Skills ecosystem with 5,700+ AI agent skills covering coding, automation, DevOps, data analysis, and more. Learn how to install and create custom skills.
Updated 2026-08-15
OpenClaw Open-Source AI Agent Complete Guide 2026
Complete guide to OpenClaw open-source AI Agent: architecture, MCP plugin ecosystem, local deployment. Learn how to use AI coding tools efficiently with QCode.cc.
Updated 2026-08-15
Claude Code Worktree Parallel Workflow: Multi-Agent Git Isolation Done Right
Claude Code worktree isolates each agent's files for parallel work. EnterWorktree tool, isolation: worktree config, agent teams, cleanup, pitfalls.
Updated 2026-08-15
Claude Code Routines: Schedule, API, and GitHub Trigger Automation
Claude Code Routines (2026-04-14 preview): cloud-scheduled automation via Schedule / API / GitHub triggers. Pro 5/day, Max 15, Team/Ent 25 routines per day.
Updated 2026-08-15
Claude Code Plugin Marketplace 2026: Transparent Context Cost and Dependency Management
Claude Code Plugin Marketplace May 2026 (v2.1.128-136): official Anthropic directory, projected context cost, dependency enforcement, project purge.
Updated 2026-08-15
Claude Code FAQ
Answers to common questions about using Claude Code, covering getting started, pricing, quotas, and troubleshooting.
Updated 2026-08-15
Claude Code Desktop Redesign 2026: Mission Control and Parallel Sessions
Claude Code Desktop redesign 2026-04-14: Mission Control, parallel split panels, integrated terminal+editor, new diff viewer, SSH on Mac, plugin parity.
Updated 2026-08-15