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Open-source cloud Visual Studio alternative: code-server

Updated 7/19/2026

Want the VS Code environment available anywhere, without depending on your laptop? code-server runs Visual Studio Code directly on your server and you access it from the browser, on any device.

What you get

  • The full VS Code interface in the browser, with extensions, integrated terminal and themes.
  • A persistent dev environment: projects, dependencies and settings stay on the server.
  • The server\'s resources, not your laptop\'s: compile and run on a powerful VPS.
  • Access from any device, including a tablet, with an identical experience.

Who it is ideal for

Perfect for developers working across multiple devices, teams that want uniform dev environments, or anyone who wants to code close to the server resources (databases, containers).

How to start

Install code-server with one click from the app catalog. Choose a plan that fits your project (more CPU and RAM for heavy builds) and enable HTTPS for secure access.

Put this guide into practice on your own VPS

EU cloud servers, billed hourly, ready in minutes, with one-click installs for dozens of apps.

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