SST-OpenCode: REPLACE Claude Code Now! (Works w/ Claude Max & Pro Plan)

Key Concepts

• Open Code (original and forked version)
• SST Open Code (newly rewritten version)
• Claude Pro/Max subscription integration
• Terminal interface
• Model selection
• Next.js image cropper tool
• MCP (Multi-Cluster Processing) support

SST Open Code: A New Fork and Rewrite

The video discusses a new fork of the original Open Code, referred to as SST Open Code. This fork was created by two of the original three developers who disagreed with the decision to sell the original Open Code to a company called Charm. The SST Open Code is a complete rewrite, aiming to continue the open-source development of the tool.

Reasons for the Fork

The primary reason for the fork was disagreement among the original developers regarding the sale of Open Code. Two developers wanted to maintain the open-source nature of the project, leading them to create SST Open Code.

Technical Details and Improvements

• Rewrite: SST Open Code is a full rewrite, potentially using some minor elements from the original but fundamentally different.
• Language: The original Open Code was primarily Go-based, while SST Open Code uses TypeScript, potentially with Bun as the runtime. Go might still be used in the background for file operations.
• Performance: The new version is claimed to be faster than the original due to the use of newer technologies.
• Documentation: Currently in beta, SST Open Code lacks proper documentation, which is expected to be released soon.

Installation and Usage

The video demonstrates the installation process using a curl command. After installation, the opencode command initiates the tool.

Claude Pro/Max Integration

A key feature highlighted is the integration with Claude Pro and Max subscriptions. This allows users to leverage their existing Claude subscriptions within SST Open Code, effectively treating it as a Claude Code instance. This is a significant advantage for users who already have these subscriptions.

Terminal Interface

SST Open Code features a new terminal interface, offering a different user experience compared to the original Open Code.

• Theme: The interface allows users to select themes, such as "Open Code" and "Tokyo Night," using the /theme command.
• Sessions: Users can create new sessions with /new and switch between them using the sessions command.
• Models: The /models command allows users to change the model being used. However, changing the provider on the fly is not currently supported.
• Function Keys: The help section displays available function key bindings.

Example: Next.js Image Cropper Tool

The video demonstrates the tool's capabilities by asking it to create a Next.js image cropper tool. SST Open Code generates a plan (to-do list) and executes terminal commands to set up the project, create files, and edit them. The resulting image cropper tool is functional and similar to what Claude Code would produce.

Missing Features

The primary missing feature is MCP (Multi-Cluster Processing) support. The presenter was unable to find configuration files or options related to MCP servers.

First Frame AI Sponsor

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Conclusion

SST Open Code is presented as a promising fork of the original Open Code, offering improved performance, a new terminal interface, and integration with Claude Pro/Max subscriptions. While it currently lacks MCP support, the presenter believes this feature will be added soon. The overall impression is positive, with the presenter switching from the original Open Code to this new version.