Qwen Code
An open-source AI coding agent that lives in your terminal.
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What is Qwen Code?
Qwen Code is an agentic coding tool that runs in your terminal, helping developers build features from natural language descriptions, debug issues, navigate codebases, and automate tasks. It can directly edit files, run commands, and create commits, with support for external integrations via MCP.
Qwen Code pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Qwen Code pros
- Works in terminal alongside existing developer tools and workflows
- Takes direct action: edits files, runs commands, and creates commits
- Composable and scriptable following Unix philosophy for CI/CD automation
- MCP support for integrations with Google Drive, Figma, Slack, Jira, and custom tools
Qwen Code cons
- Requires connecting to a model provider; pricing varies by provider choice
- Terminal-focused as primary interface (VS Code extension available but in beta)
- Some installation methods require Node.js 22+ and npm
Frequently asked questions about Qwen Code
How do I install Qwen Code?
Use the platform-specific installer: curl script on Linux/macOS, PowerShell script on Windows. Falls back to npm if standalone archive unavailable; requires Node.js 22+.
What model providers does Qwen Code support?
Alibaba ModelStudio (Coding Plan, Token Plan, or API Key), third-party providers like DeepSeek, MiniMax, Z.AI, and OpenRouter, or custom/local providers.
Do I need terminal experience to use Qwen Code?
A VS Code extension (beta) is available for a graphical interface alternative to the CLI.
Can Qwen Code integrate with external tools?
Yes, via MCP it can access and integrate with Google Drive, Figma, Slack, Jira, and other custom developer tools.