LineBuzz is a VS Code extension for real-time, line-based code discussions. It lets you comment on code, start threads, and collaborate directly inside the editor - no context switching.
Currently works with Rocket.Chat as the backend. Support for Slack, Google Workspace, and others is planned.
- Threaded discussions linked to code lines
- Real-time messaging in-editor
- Comments persist across sessions and commits
- Clean chat UI in the sidebar
To use LineBuzz, follow these steps:
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Clone the repository to your local machine:
git clone https://github.com/Spiral-Memory/LineBuzz.git
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Move to the repository directory:
cd LineBuzz -
Open the code sample in Visual Studio Code.
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Press
F5to start the extension.
Once the extension is up and running, follow these steps to utilize its features:
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You'll be logged in directly to the GENERAL channel, where you can start chatting with your teammates.
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To discuss a specific code segment, open any project in VSCode, select the code segment you want to discuss.
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A popup will open, allowing you to have a chat conversation about that specific code segment with your teammates.
Before using this extension, ensure that you have the following:
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Rocket Chat server running locally on port 3000 or change the required code in extension.
- If you don't have Rocket Chat installed, you can set it up by following the instructions on the Rocket Chat website.
- Make sure the Rocket Chat server is running and accessible at http://localhost:3000.
- Multi-platform chat: add native support for Slack and Google Chat
- Git-smart threads: auto-link discussions to commits, branches, and PRs
- AI-powered discussion: surface code summaries and intelligent fix suggestions within threads
Contributions are welcome! Feel free to fork the repository, make your changes, and submit a pull request. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.