Lilly Tech Systems
Kilocode
Master Kilocode, the enhanced AI coding assistant for VS Code. Built on Cline's foundation, Kilocode adds improved diff views, smart model routing, a cost dashboard, and better context management — taking autonomous AI coding to the next level.
What You'll Learn
By the end of this course, you'll understand Kilocode's enhanced features and how they improve upon the Cline experience for professional development workflows.
Smart Model Routing
Learn how Kilocode automatically selects the best model for each task, optimizing for quality and cost.
Enhanced Diff Views
Work with improved diff visualization that makes reviewing AI-generated code changes clearer and faster.
Cost Dashboard
Track spending across models and tasks with a built-in cost dashboard and configurable budget controls.
Better Context Management
Benefit from smarter context selection that gives the AI exactly the right code to work with.
Course Lessons
Follow the lessons in order or jump to any topic you need.
1. Introduction
What is Kilocode? Learn about the enhanced AI coding assistant, its relationship to Cline, and key differentiators.
2. Installation
Install Kilocode from the VS Code marketplace, set up your API key, run your first task, and explore the interface.
3. Features
Explore enhanced diff views, smart context, model routing, cost dashboard, checkpoints, MCP, browser, and more.
4. Configuration
Set up model providers, custom rules, auto-approve, cost limits, MCP servers, keyboard shortcuts, and workspace settings.
5. Best Practices
Effective task descriptions, cost optimization, model selection, security tips, team workflows, and FAQ.
Prerequisites
What you need before starting this course.
- Visual Studio Code installed on your system
- Basic familiarity with VS Code extensions
- An API key from Anthropic, OpenAI, or an OpenRouter account
- Optional: Familiarity with Cline (helpful but not required)