Code Runner
Code Runner is a popular VS Code extension that runs code snippets or files in many languages. It's a utility for quick execution, not an AI tool.
- 4.5
- 299
Free, Freemium
Tool Information
Company
None
Founded
2017
Pricing
Free, Freemium
About Code Runner
Code Runner is a popular VS Code extension that runs code snippets or files in many languages. It’s a utility for quick execution, not an AI tool.
✅ Pros
- ✔️ Supports a huge number of programming languages right out of the box.
- ✔️ Extremely easy to use; run code with a single click or keyboard shortcut.
- ✔️ Saves a lot of time by eliminating the need to switch to an external terminal.
- ✔️ Highly customizable, allowing users to configure run commands for any language.
- ✔️ Perfect for quickly testing small scripts, algorithms, or competitive programming solutions.
❌ Cons
- ✖️ It is not an AI tool. It does not generate, complete, debug, or explain code.
- ✖️ Not a substitute for a full-fledged debugger or a proper project build system (like a Makefile or package.json script).
- ✖️ Can be difficult to configure for languages that need complex compilation steps.
- ✖️ The default output pane is not a fully interactive terminal (though it can be configured to use one).
Key Features
Ready-to-Use Prompts
Copy and customize these prompts for your specific needs
Customer Reviews
Pricing Plans
Free
Use Cases
Run code instantly without opening a terminal.
Test small snippets quickly while coding.
Execute multiple languages in one click.
Debug logic faster with quick output previews.
Save time switching between tools during development.
[tool_use_cases
Competitive Programmers: Writing and testing solutions for online coding platforms.
Developers: Prototyping small functions or scripts without creating a full project environment.
Educators: Demonstrating code examples live in a classroom or presentation.
Anyone learning a new language: A fast way to experiment with syntax and commands.
Data Scientists: Running small Python or R scripts for quick data checks.
- 4.5
- 299
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