Plandex is an open-source AI coding engine that “transforms the way complex software is built.” Using long-running agents to handle large tasks across multiple files, Plandex divides large assignments into smaller subtasks and executes them efficiently.
main Features
Plandex stands out for its ability to manage large missions by breaking down and executing each element.
Changes are kept in a “protected sandbox," allowing for review before final application.
Built-in version control provides the flexibility to go back and try different methods.
Benefits of Plandex
- Better productivity: management of order books, unblocking of complex situations, and reduction of time spent on repetitive tasks.
- Automatically updating files and directories as work progresses.
Installation and configuration
- Installation Rapide:bashCopy code
curl -sL https://plandex.ai/install.sh | bash - Manual Installation: Download the appropriate binary and add it to the user's PATH.
- Building From Source: bashCopy code
git clone https://github.com/plandex-ai/plandex.git git clone https://github.com/plandex-ai/survey.git cd plandex/app/cli go build -ldflags "-X plandex/version.Version= $(cat version.txt)" mv plandex /usr/local/bin
Plandex is also compatible with Windows via Git bash or WSL, expanding its application scope.
Initial use
To start using Plandex, users must generate an OpenAI API key.
The platform offers simple, basic controls to make it easier to use.
- Basic Commands:
plandex helpfor help,plandex [command] --help forcommand-specific help.
Plandex Cloud offers free trials and accounts, with future pricing expected to be between $10 and $20 per month.
Security and self-hosting
Plandex is committed to strong security, protecting API keys, and adhering to data security best practices.
For those who prefer self-management, Plandex offers self-hosting options.
What limits? How do I best use Plandex?
Although Plandex can greatly improve productivity, it is important to have realistic expectations that the results will be perfect.
It is advisable to review plans carefully before changing them, especially for safety reasons.
Iterating on prompts and using commands like Plandex rewindare are keys to tweaking and improving results.