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Launch Week: Seamless Hybrid Workflows - Local Freedom, Remote Power
Seamlessly bridge cloud power and local tools—no plugins, no lock-in, just native-feeling workflows that developers enjoy.
Coder Desktop GA
Bridge local tools and remote environments without plugins or workarounds.
- Secure file sync and VPN access: Work as if everything is on your local machine.
- One-click access to remote IDEs, RDP, and VNC: No special extensions needed.
- Port mapping for LAN-like access: Connect to workspace ports like they’re local.
MCP Server Beta
Connect external AI agents and developer tools to Coder workspaces via the Model Context Protocol.
- Run agents outside of Coder: Use chat clients or custom tools to control workspaces.
- CLI-hosted server: Start the MCP server locally with helper commands for agents like Claude and Cursor.
- Workspace automation: Create, manage, and run commands on workspaces via protocol actions.
New JetBrains Toolbox Plugin
Launch JetBrains IDEs from the workspace dashboard with no manual setup.
- One-click IDE launch buttons: Open IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, CLion, and more from the dashboard.
- Toolbox-driven provisioning: Manage IDE installs and versions using JetBrains Toolbox.
- Improved performance and stability: Enjoy remote development that feels closer to local development