Persīv Codex – AI coding environment with direct API access and local model

Summary: Persīv Codex is a VS Code-based AI coding environment that connects directly to OpenAI or Anthropic using your own API keys, eliminating proxy markup and providing transparent cost tracking. It includes a free local AI model and persistent memory to maintain project context over time.

What it does

Persīv enables developers to use AI coding tools without intermediaries by connecting directly to model providers, tracks token-level costs, and offers a built-in local model alongside persistent AI memory within a VS Code interface.

Who it's for

It is designed for developers seeking transparent AI tooling with control over API usage, costs, and data privacy.

Why it matters

It solves the problem of hidden costs and limited control in AI coding tools by providing direct API access, cost visibility, and persistent context management.