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Biscuit is a native IDE built with Python and Tkinter. It is not an Electron app — no Node.js dependency, no bloated memory footprint. At under 20 MB on disk, it launches instantly and stays out of your way.

Fast & Native

Built with Python and Tkinter. Native feel on Windows, Linux, and macOS. Under 20 MB.

AI-Powered

Built-in coding agent with Gemini and Claude support. Execute tools, edit files, manage tasks.

Extensible

Python-based extension system. LSP servers, formatters, AI providers, and more.

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What makes Biscuit different?

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Core Capabilities

  • Code Intelligence — LSP-powered completions, definitions, references, hover docs, and symbol outline for 550+ languages
  • AI Assistant — ReAct agent with 11 built-in tools, supports Gemini and Claude, real-time streaming with thought visualization
  • Git Integration — Clone, branch, stage, commit, push, pull, diff viewer, GitHub issues and pull requests
  • Python Debugger — Breakpoints, variable inspection, call stack, runtime variable modification
  • Extension System — Python-based plugins for language servers, formatters, AI providers, UI views
  • Integrated Terminal — Full shell with AI-aware prompts (# your prompt for inline AI)
  • Fast Search — Ripgrep-based global search with regex support and bulk replace

Installation

Install via pip, uv, or from source.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Get productive fast with the full shortcut reference.

CLI Reference

Command-line tools for power users.