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Cody is an enterprise-grade AI coding assistant from Sourcegraph designed to go beyond individual developer productivity — helping entire engineering organizations achieve speed, quality, and consistency at scale. Powered by the latest large language models (with zero data retention and no model training on your code), Cody integrates directly into all major code editors and code hosts, making it easy to adopt within existing workflows. Cody leverages Sourcegraph's deep code graph and search capabilities to understand even the largest codebases effortlessly. Teams can share and reuse prompts to automate repetitive tasks, promote best practices, and standardize how code is written across the organization. With features like agentic natural language search, batch changes, and code insights, Cody is a full-platform solution for modern software development. Security-conscious enterprises benefit from strict data isolation, zero retention policies, detailed audit logs, and controlled access — making Cody a trusted choice for 4 of the top 6 US banks, 15+ US government agencies, and 7 of the top 10 public technology companies. Whether you're a startup accelerating development velocity or a global enterprise managing millions of lines of code, Cody scales to meet your needs. Sourcegraph also offers Amp, its next-generation team-focused coding agent, as an evolution of Cody.
Key Features
- Deep Codebase Understanding: Leverages Sourcegraph's code graph to search and understand even the largest, most complex enterprise codebases with high accuracy.
- Latest LLM Access: Provides access to cutting-edge language models with strict zero data retention and no model training on your proprietary code.
- Shared Prompts & Automation: Teams can create, share, and reuse prompts to automate repetitive tasks and enforce coding standards and best practices across the organization.
- Enterprise-Grade Security: Offers full data isolation, zero retention, detailed audit logs, and controlled access to meet the compliance requirements of regulated industries.
- Broad Editor & Code Host Integration: Seamlessly integrates with all major code editors (including VS Code) and code hosting platforms, fitting into existing developer workflows without friction.
Use Cases
- Enterprise development teams looking to enforce coding standards and best practices across large engineering organizations through shared prompts and automation.
- Developers working in large, complex legacy codebases who need an AI assistant that can accurately understand and navigate millions of lines of code.
- Security-sensitive industries such as banking, finance, and government that require an AI coding tool with strict data isolation and zero retention guarantees.
- Engineering managers seeking measurable productivity improvements, with teams reporting 2× faster code writing and 5–6 hours saved per developer per week.
- Organizations that want flexibility in choosing the latest LLMs for their AI coding workflows without being locked into a single model provider.
Pros
- Significant Productivity Gains: Engineers report saving 5–6 hours per week and writing code 2× faster, delivering measurable ROI for development teams.
- Enterprise-Ready Security: Trusted by major banks, government agencies, and Fortune 500 tech companies due to its strict data privacy and security controls.
- Scales to Any Codebase Size: Built on Sourcegraph's powerful code intelligence platform, Cody handles massive codebases effortlessly where other tools struggle.
- Flexible LLM Choice: Users are not locked into a single model; they can access the latest-generation LLMs as they become available.
Cons
- Enterprise Focus May Overwhelm Individuals: The platform's depth and enterprise-centric features can feel complex for solo developers or small teams with simpler needs.
- Transitioning to Amp: Sourcegraph is shifting focus to its next-generation agent 'Amp,' which may lead to uncertainty about Cody's long-term roadmap and feature investment.
- Pricing Can Escalate for Large Teams: While a free tier exists, enterprise-level features and scale come at a cost that may be significant for budget-constrained organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sourcegraph Cody?
Cody is an AI-powered coding assistant from Sourcegraph that helps developers write, fix, and maintain code. It is built for enterprises and integrates deeply with large codebases using Sourcegraph's code graph technology.
Is Cody free to use?
Yes, Cody offers a free tier. There are also paid plans including Cody Pro and Enterprise Starter for teams that need more advanced features, higher usage limits, and enterprise-grade security controls.
Which editors does Cody support?
Cody integrates with all major code editors, including Visual Studio Code. It also works with all major code hosting platforms like GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket.
Does Cody train on my code?
No. Cody is designed with enterprise privacy in mind — it uses models that do not retain your data and do not train on your proprietary code.
What is the difference between Cody and Amp?
Amp is Sourcegraph's next-generation coding agent built for teams and designed for the best outcomes. Sourcegraph has announced a transition from Cody to Amp, which represents the latest evolution in their AI-assisted development tooling.
