Vibe Commander – Terminal-based IDE alternative with integrated AI and git

Summary: Vibe Commander is a lightweight, terminal-first IDE alternative combining file browsing, code viewing, git integration, and AI assistant features in one binary. It requires no plugins, configuration, or Electron, enabling fast startup and keyboard-driven workflows.

What it does

It provides a file tree, syntax-highlighted code viewer with diff support, a VSCode-style git panel, and a mini-buffer terminal, all integrated with Claude Code, Gemini CLI, or Codex AI tools. It includes multiple color themes and zero dependencies.

Who it's for

Developers who primarily work in the terminal and use AI coding assistants like Claude Code or Codex, needing quick file and git operations without leaving their terminal environment.

Why it matters

It eliminates heavy IDE overhead and context switching by consolidating essential development tools into a fast, minimal, keyboard-driven interface.