Locode – AI coding CLI routing tasks between local LLM and Claude

Summary: Locode is a local-first AI coding CLI that routes simple coding tasks to a local model and complex reasoning tasks to Claude, aiming to reduce token costs and latency while maintaining developer workflows locally.

What it does

Locode directs straightforward coding tasks to a local LLM and sends complex problems to Claude for deeper reasoning, optimizing resource use and speed.

Who it's for

Developers seeking an AI-assisted coding tool that balances local processing with advanced external reasoning.

Why it matters

It lowers token consumption and latency by handling simple tasks locally and reserving complex queries for Claude.