What does code-server do?
It runs Visual Studio Code in a browser, with your code and extensions stored on the server.
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.
The key facts for code-server.
| Requirement | code-server |
|---|---|
| Architecture | x86 + ARM |
| Min hardware | 2 cores · 1 GB RAM |
| Price | Free |
| Containers | 1 (app only) |
| Database | file only |
| Runtime | Node |
| Install options | Docker + Linux, macOS |
| Clients | DockerLinuxmacOSWeb |
It runs Visual Studio Code in a browser, with your code and extensions stored on the server.
Yes. Configure authentication and use a secure reverse proxy or VPN before exposing it beyond your private network.
Official releases support amd64 and arm64. The project recommends installing with npm on Raspberry Pi.