For a tool that lets you ask questions of your codebase and get immediate answers, Cursor is a strong contender. It's got a chat interface to ask questions and get answers about your codebase, plus tools like Copilot++ that can predict and suggest code changes and Cmd-K that lets you code in natural language. The service is designed to protect your privacy and security, with SOC 2 certification and the option to host your own API key. It's available in three tiers to accommodate different needs.
Another strong contender is /ask Swimm, which uses static analysis to understand complex codebases and taps into team expertise to provide context-rich answers. It's a knowledge-sharing system designed to help teams quickly understand their codebases, even the parts that aren't well documented, and to improve productivity and code quality. Senior engineers can focus on higher-level work, while the system supplies answers on the fly.
Sourcegraph is a broad code intelligence platform that includes an AI-powered coding assistant, Code Search, Batch Changes and Code Insights. It lets developers search, write and understand large codebases better, with features like cross-repository code navigation and fast, accurate code search. Sourcegraph supports multiple programming languages, integrates with popular IDEs, and can be deployed in the cloud or self-hosted, making it a good fit for development teams.
Last, Unblocked combines knowledge from places like GitHub and Slack into your codebase so you can get quick answers. It surfaces relevant documents and past discussions, provides accurate code explanations, and integrates with popular IDEs. With features like role-based access control and persistent suggested follow-ups, Unblocked is designed to accelerate development while maintaining high security. It's in open beta now and offers free access to any team that signs up.