Kilo

**Kilo: The Open-Source Agentic Engineering Platform Built for Speed** Kilo is an open-source agentic engineering platform designed to help developers build, ship, and iterate faster. Available as an extension for VS Code and JetBrains IDEs, as well as a CLI, Kilo provides a unified environment where AI-assisted development happens seamlessly across every interface. At its core, Kilo offers five specialized agent modes: Code for implementation, Ask for questions without modifying files, Debug for troubleshooting, Architect for planning, and Orchestrator for breaking down complex tasks and coordinating work across modes. This flexibility lets developers match the right tool to the task at hand. What sets Kilo apart is its commitment to openness. With access to over 500 models, developers can switch between providers based on cost, latency, or reasoning capability. Pricing is transparent: you pay per token at the rate set by model providers, with no markup or hidden fees. Beyond the