code-server: Browser-Based Code Editor

code-server runs Visual Studio Code in a browser, with project files and extensions stored on your own server. It can be installed directly or run in Docker.

code-server requirements

The key facts for code-server.

Requirement
code-server
Architecturex86 + ARM
Min hardware2 cores · 1 GB RAM
PriceFree
Containers1 (app only)
Databasefile only
RuntimeNode
Install optionsDocker + Linux, macOS
ClientsDockerLinuxmacOSWeb

Common questions

What does code-server do?

It runs Visual Studio Code in a browser, with your code and extensions stored on the server.

Can I access code-server away from home?

Yes. Configure authentication and use a secure reverse proxy or VPN before exposing it beyond your private network.

Does code-server support ARM devices?

Official releases support amd64 and arm64. The project recommends installing with npm on Raspberry Pi.

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