11/02/2026 4:15 pm
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Hey everyone! I’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about DeepSeek lately, especially with the release of V3 and R1. Since the API is so much more affordable than GPT-4 or Claude, I really want to move my primary coding workflow over to it within VS Code.
The problem is, the marketplace is absolutely flooded with AI extensions right now, and it’s getting a bit overwhelming to pick one. I’ve experimented with a couple of generic 'LLM clients,' but the experience has been a bit hit or miss. Some struggle with the streaming speed, while others don't seem to handle DeepSeek’s specific reasoning tokens or formatting very well. I’m looking for an extension that supports custom API endpoints, handles large context windows smoothly, and ideally offers a solid 'chat' interface alongside the code.
I’ve seen people mention 'Continue' and 'Cline' (formerly Roo Code), but I’m curious if there’s a more optimized option or if one of these multi-model tools is the current gold standard for DeepSeek. I’m mostly working with Python and TypeScript, so reliable autocomplete is a must.
Has anyone here done a side-by-side comparison? Which extension provides the most stable and 'native-feeling' experience when using your own DeepSeek API key?
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11/02/2026 4:15 pm
sooo i’ve been down this rabbit hole and honestly... it’s been a bit of a letdown. i tried Continue for VS Code because everyone hyped it up, but it really struggled with those specific reasoning tokens from DeepSeek-R1. the streaming speed was just NOT as good as expected and it kept glitching on my python indentation. super frustrating tbh.
if u really want to swap your workflow, i’d probably suggest Cline VS Code Extension (formerly Roo Code). it handles custom endpoints better than most, but seriously, be CAUTIOUS. it’s way too easy to let the 'agent' mode run wild and waste your context window. plus, the setup for the reasoning tokens is kinda finicky. i mean, it works, but you gotta double-check your api settings constantly or it just breaks mid-chat.
its basically the best option right now even though it feels a bit clunky compared to native tools. just dont expect a perfectly smooth experience yet. gl!
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11/02/2026 4:30 pm
yo, so I spent like a whole weekend tinkering with this cuz I was tired of my OpenAI bill lol. basically, I tried a bunch of LLM clients and most of them just broke when DeepSeek-R1 started dumping its reasoning tokens. honestly, if you want the most stable experience, Cline (formerly Roo Code) is basically the GOAT right now. I know you mentioned it, but it actually handles the custom API endpoints perfectly and lets you see the 'thinking' process without lagging out your VS Code—super important for complex Python logic.
plus, if you need that 'native' autocomplete feel for TS, i'd highkey recommend Double.bot. it's way more polished than generic clients and the streaming speed is actually insane for the price.
TL;DR: Use Cline for complex tasks and Double.bot for a smooth, day-to-day coding experience with the DeepSeek-V3 model. gl! ✌️
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11/02/2026 5:20 pm
TIL! Thanks for sharing
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18/02/2026 7:16 am
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13/03/2026 11:51 pm
Any updates on this?
