Supercharge Your VS Code with Cline.

Supercharge Your VS Code with Cline: Configuration and OpenRouter Integration

Introduction

The Cline extension for Visual Studio Code is a powerful tool that enhances your coding experience by integrating AI-powered features directly into your editor. This guide will walk you through configuring the Cline extension and using the OpenRouter API provider.

Configuring the Cline Extension

To configure the Cline extension, follow these steps:

1. Installation: Ensure that the Cline extension is installed in your VS Code.
2. Settings: Access the Cline extension settings. This can usually be done through the VS Code settings UI.
3. API Key: Enter your API key for the chosen provider (e.g., OpenRouter).
4. Model Selection: Select the desired AI model from the available options.
5. Save: Save your settings.

Using the OpenRouter API Provider

The OpenRouter API provider allows you to access a variety of AI models through a single interface. Here’s how to use it with the Cline extension:

1. Sign Up: Sign up for an OpenRouter account and obtain an API key.
2. Configure: Enter your OpenRouter API key in the Cline extension settings.
3. Model Selection: Select an OpenRouter-compatible model in the Cline settings.
4. Start Coding: Begin using the Cline extension’s AI features with the selected OpenRouter model.

Conclusion

The Cline extension, combined with the OpenRouter API, provides a seamless way to integrate AI-powered features into your VS Code workflow. This guide has shown you how to configure the extension and use the OpenRouter API provider. Happy coding!