Replaces
GitHub Codespaces
Save
9 €/mo
108 €/year saved
What is code-server?
code-server is VS Code running on a remote server, accessible through the browser. You get the full VS Code experience - extensions, themes, keyboard shortcuts, terminal - from any device with a web browser.
Key Features
Full VS Code in browser
Extension marketplace
Integrated terminal
Git integration
Multi-language support
Custom settings sync
Why Self-Host code-server?
Run your development environment on a powerful server and code from any device - even a tablet. Your code stays on your server, and you benefit from the server's CPU and RAM for compilation and testing.
Ready to deploy code-server?
One click. Zero config. Your server, your code-server.
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code-server vs GitHub Codespaces
| Feature | code-server (Self-hosted) | GitHub Codespaces |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | €20/yr (Seed.box Premium) | 108 €/year |
| Data ownership | 100% yours | Their servers |
| Privacy | Complete privacy | Data collection |
| Vendor lock-in | None - export anytime | Difficult migration |
| Storage limit | Your server capacity | Plan-dependent |
GitHub Codespaces limitations:
- Per-hour billing
- Limited free tier
- Code on Microsoft servers
- Dependent on GitHub availability
