Code-server

Code from anywhere with VS Code in your browser. Code-server lets you access a full development environment from any device - perfect for working on tablets, Chromebooks, or accessing powerful cloud servers from anywhere.

Overview

Property	Value
Category	Dev & Deployment
Deployments	15
Tech Stack	Docker (codercom/code-server)
Tags	IDE, Remote Development

Features

Full VS Code experience - Same editor you know and love, just in your browser
Code from any device - Tablet, Chromebook, or borrowed computer - just need a browser
All extensions work - Access the full VS Code marketplace and your favorite tools
Consistent environment - Same setup everywhere, no more "works on my machine"
Use cloud power - Run heavy builds on a powerful server, save your laptop battery
Free and open source - No subscription fees for cloud IDE services
Secure access - HTTPS encryption keeps your code safe
Built-in terminal - Full command-line access right in the browser

Use Cases

Remote developers - Work from anywhere without carrying a heavy laptop
Chromebook users - Get full development capabilities on lightweight devices
Development teams - Standardize environments across all team members
Students - Code from school computers or shared devices safely
Cloud computing - Run intensive builds on powerful servers, code on any device
Travel frequently - Access your full dev environment from hotel wifi

Quick Deploy

Deploy this template with one click on CloudStation:

https://app.cloud-station.io/template-store/code-server?deploy=true

Configuration

Key environment variables for Code-server:

Variable	Description
`PASSWORD`	Access password
`HASHED_PASSWORD`	Hashed access password
`SUDO_PASSWORD`	Sudo password for terminal
`DEFAULT_WORKSPACE`	Default workspace directory

This template is maintained by CloudStation and receives regular updates.