code-server
A self-hosted Developer Tools app you can run on your own server.
code-server is a self-hosted developer tool that you run on your own server instead of renting it as a cloud service. It is a practical pick for homelab users and teams who prefer owning their tools over renting them.
Its public repository on GitHub currently shows 79.3K stars, a useful signal of community interest. Repository activity was last recorded on Sep 11, 2026, and the project is classed as actively maintained in our snapshot.
Before you switch
Developer tools earn trust through activity: glance at recent commits, release cadence, and issue responses before adopting one. Most self-hosted dev tools install with Docker in minutes and can run beside your current stack while you evaluate them.
Like every project listed on SelfHosted, code-server is developed in the open — you can read the code, follow development, and even contribute. Check the system requirements and the project’s own documentation linked on this page before installing.