Roo Code

Your AI-Powered Dev Team, Right in Your Editor

What's New in v3.53.0

The Roo Code plugin is not going away.

You may have seen the recent announcement that Roo Code hit 3 million installs and the original team is going all-in on Roomote. We know that news was hard for a lot of you. This plugin means a lot to us and to you, and we hear you.

The good news: a community team has stepped up to carry Roo Code forward, and we're working with them on an official handoff so the plugin you rely on keeps getting maintained and improved.

What's new in this release:

• Add GPT-5.5 support via the OpenAI Codex provider.
• Add Claude Opus 4.7 support on Vertex AI.
• Add previous checkpoint navigation controls in chat so you can step back through prior checkpoints more easily.

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What Can Roo Code Do For YOU?

• Generate Code from natural language descriptions and specs
• Adapt with Modes: Code, Architect, Ask, Debug, and Custom Modes
• Refactor & Debug existing code
• Write & Update documentation
• Answer Questions about your codebase
• Automate repetitive tasks
• Utilize MCP Servers

Modes

Roo Code adapts to how you work:

• Code Mode: everyday coding, edits, and file ops
• Architect Mode: plan systems, specs, and migrations
• Ask Mode: fast answers, explanations, and docs
• Debug Mode: trace issues, add logs, isolate root causes
• Custom Modes: build specialized modes for your team or workflow

Learn more: Using Modes • Custom Modes

Tutorial & Feature Videos

Resources

• Documentation: The official guide to installing, configuring, and mastering Roo Code.
• YouTube Channel: Watch tutorials and see features in action.
• Discord Server: Join the community for real-time help and discussion.
• Reddit Community: Share your experiences and see what others are building.
• GitHub Issues: Report bugs and track development.
• Feature Requests: Have an idea? Share it with the developers.

Local Setup & Development

1. Clone the repo:

git clone https://github.com/RooCodeInc/Roo-Code.git

1. Install dependencies:

pnpm install

1. Run the extension:

There are several ways to run the Roo Code extension:

Development Mode (F5)

For active development, use VSCode's built-in debugging:

Press F5 (or go to Run → Start Debugging) in VSCode. This will open a new VSCode window with the Roo Code extension running.

• Changes to the webview will appear immediately.
• Changes to the core extension will also hot reload automatically.

Automated VSIX Installation

To build and install the extension as a VSIX package directly into VSCode:

pnpm install:vsix [-y] [--editor=<command>]

This command will:

• Ask which editor command to use (code/cursor/code-insiders) - defaults to 'code'
• Uninstall any existing version of the extension.
• Build the latest VSIX package.
• Install the newly built VSIX.
• Prompt you to restart VS Code for changes to take effect.

Options:

• -y: Skip all confirmation prompts and use defaults
• --editor=<command>: Specify the editor command (e.g., --editor=cursor or --editor=code-insiders)

Manual VSIX Installation

If you prefer to install the VSIX package manually:

1. First, build the VSIX package:

   pnpm vsix
   

2. A .vsix file will be generated in the bin/ directory (e.g., bin/roo-cline-<version>.vsix).
3. Install it manually using the VSCode CLI:

   code --install-extension bin/roo-cline-<version>.vsix
   

We use changesets for versioning and publishing. Check our CHANGELOG.md for release notes.

Disclaimer

Please note that Roo Code, Inc does not make any representations or warranties regarding any code, models, or other tools provided or made available in connection with Roo Code, any associated third-party tools, or any resulting outputs. You assume all risks associated with the use of any such tools or outputs; such tools are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. Such risks may include, without limitation, intellectual property infringement, cyber vulnerabilities or attacks, bias, inaccuracies, errors, defects, viruses, downtime, property loss or damage, and/or personal injury. You are solely responsible for your use of any such tools or outputs (including, without limitation, the legality, appropriateness, and results thereof).

Contributing

We love community contributions! Get started by reading our CONTRIBUTING.md.

License

Apache 2.0 © 2025 Roo Code, Inc.

Enjoy Roo Code! Whether you keep it on a short leash or let it roam autonomously, we can’t wait to see what you build. If you have questions or feature ideas, drop by our Reddit community or Discord. Happy coding!