Continue.dev Unveils 1.0, Redefining AI Code Assistance with Developer-Centric Customization

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Continue, the open-source AI code assistant platform, announced the launch of Continue 1.0 on February 26, 2025, marking a significant step towards empowering developers with highly customizable AI tools. This release emphasizes an open architecture, allowing users unprecedented control over their AI-powered development environments. The company's vision extends beyond mere code generation, hinting at a future where AI actively participates in the conceptual and planning stages of software creation.

Continue 1.0 introduces open-source IDE extensions for VS Code and JetBrains, coupled with a vibrant Hub that serves as a registry for models, context providers, and other building blocks. This modular approach enables developers to tailor AI assistants to specific programming languages, frameworks, and team workflows. Ty Dunn, co-founder of Continue, stated, "Continue 1.0 is a huge leap forward in making AI-powered development truly customizable, private, and developer-first. The ‘one-size-fits-all’ AI code assistant will be a thing of the past."

The platform differentiates itself from closed-source alternatives by prioritizing developer empowerment and data control. It allows for local deployment and integration with existing infrastructure, ensuring proprietary data remains secure within an organization's environment. This commitment to openness is central to Continue's philosophy, fostering a collaborative ecosystem where developers can share and leverage custom AI solutions.

A recent social media post from Continue, dated August 2025, teased future capabilities, stating:

"We all skip planning sometimes, but this is what thinking out loud looks like in 2025." This suggests an evolution towards more advanced "agentic capabilities," where the AI assistant can proactively assist with complex development tasks, including ideation, problem-solving, and strategic planning, making the AI a more integrated partner in the entire software development lifecycle.

Continue has gained significant traction with hundreds of thousands of users and strong community engagement, backed by $5 million in seed funding from investors like Heavybit and Y Combinator. The company's business model includes paid tiers for teams and enterprises, offering features such as centralized configuration, governance controls, and secure credential management, allowing large organizations to standardize AI-assisted development while maintaining oversight and security.