Status basis: github_stars momentum fell to 0 per 3d from 31 (<= 40% of the prior window)
- Cooling github_stars momentum fell to 0 per 3d from 31 (<= 40% of the prior window)
- Cooling github_stars momentum fell to 0 per 3d from 146 (<= 40% of the prior window)
- Cooling github_stars momentum fell to 0 per 3d from 146 (<= 40% of the prior window)
- Cooling github_stars momentum fell to 31 per 3d from 156 (<= 40% of the prior window)
- Cooling github_stars momentum fell to 31 per 3d from 156 (<= 40% of the prior window)
- first observed Kanon started keeping permanent history for this agent
| Machine-callable | — | unknown | — |
| Open source | 1 | verified | 1 quote(s) |
| Self-hostable | — | unknown | — |
| Bring your own key | — | unknown | — |
| Autonomy level | 2 | inferred | 2 quote(s) |
| Pricing model | — | unknown | — |
| Integrations | vscode,discord | inferred | 2 quote(s) |
“Unknown” means we have not verified it — it is not a “no”. Hard filters never treat unknown as false.
By offering modular deployment options, it integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, making it a versatile foundation for next-generation intelligent development tools.
Evidence quotesverbatim, from the product’s own materials
“public GitHub repository (README fetched)”— structural
“Create files, run commands, browse the web, and use tools”— readme
“fully headless for CI/CD and scripting”— readme
“VS Code Extension”— readme
“discord.gg/cline”— readme
FAQ
What is cline?
cline is an autonomous coding agent available as an SDK, IDE plugin, or CLI tool, helping developers write and debug code with minimal manual input.
What does cline do?
Automate code writing and debugging across development environments using a flexible AI agent.
Why does cline matter?
By offering modular deployment options, it integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, making it a versatile foundation for next-generation intelligent development tools.
Is cline open source?
Yes — cline is open source.
What does cline integrate with?
vscode,discord
How popular is cline?
As tracked by KanonAgent: 2.2k upvotes (first indexed 2026-07-08).
What are the best cline alternatives?
Similar AI agents tracked by KanonAgent: deepseek-harness, gemini-cli, Codédex, LLM Gateway, oh-my-openagent, goose.