bb
Local-first IDE that runs multiple AI coding agents in parallel, supports plugins built in a single prompt, and lets any script or bot spawn work threads.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/get-bb/bb or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Conductor.
Replaces 4 paid apps
up to $70/mo ($840/yr) in subscriptions
bb FAQ
Common questions
Is bb free and open source?+
bb is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Local-first IDE that runs multiple AI coding agents in parallel, supports plugins built in a single prompt, and lets any script or bot spawn work threads.
What paid software does bb replace?+
bb serves as a free replacement for 4 paid SaaS applications: Conductor, Kiro, Qoder, SoloTerm, saving up to $70/month ($840/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up bb?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/get-bb/bb or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with bb?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Conductor.