Frequently Asked Questions
Does DevSwarm integrate with Jira and GitHub?
Yes. DevSwarm includes Jira and GitHub workflows so you can go from ticket to branch to pull request (PR) without leaving DevSwarm.
How is DevSwarm different from IDEs with AI or single‑vendor agent platforms?
DevSwarm is the vendor‑neutral layer for multitask AI development. Run multiple assistants (cloud or local) across isolated branches, letting you compare results and merge the best work fast.
Which code editors does DevSwarm support?
DevSwarm works with 20+ editors including VS Code, Cursor, Windsurf, JetBrains IDEs, and Neovim. You can keep your existing workflow while DevSwarm orchestrates workspaces in the background.
What makes DevSwarm's parallel execution different from other AI tools?
DevSwarm is true parallel: each Builder is an isolated Git worktree with its own agent, terminal, and runtime, so features, bugfixes, and experiments can all move forward at once without collisions.
What problem is DevSwarm solving?
Most AI coding tools still force a single agent, serial workflow. DevSwarm removes the bottleneck by letting you run multiple workspaces in parallel, keep work isolated, and stay in control from idea to review to merge. Everything in one place!
Do I still need to use an IDE if I'm using DevSwarm?
No. DevSwarm includes a full VS Code based IDE plus terminal, Git, diffs, and review. If you prefer a different editor or need a specialized debugger, you can open any workspace in your editor instantly. But you can still easily click open any other IDE you want too.
Is DevSwarm an IDE?
Yes, DevSwarm is (now) a next‑gen IDE with a full VS Code experience built in, designed for multi‑agent, branch‑based workflows. You can still open any workspace in Cursor, JetBrains, Xcode, or your preferred editor whenever you want.
Can DevSwarm integrate with my company's internal tools or APIs?
Yes. Workspaces are real local workspaces with full terminal and IDE access, so your internal CLIs, scripts, CI workflows, SDKs, and APIs work the same way they do today, just in parallel.
How does DevSwarm ensure my code and data are secure?
DevSwarm is local first. Your repo stays on your machine, and DevSwarm does not upload your code to DevSwarm servers. Any sharing happens only when you intentionally use an external assistant, and you control what is sent.
Can I use my own custom AI models or LLMs with DevSwarm?
If you need private endpoints or internal models, DevSwarm supports this in Enterprise plans. Talk to us about your requirements and we will map the right approach for your environment.
Which AI coding assistants does DevSwarm support?
DevSwarm supports a growing set of popular coding agents, including both cloud and local options. The list changes quickly, so we keep the current list on our Supported Agents page.
What is a "Workspace" in DevSwarm?
A workspace is a dedicated area of work: an isolated Git worktree branch plus one or more AI assistants plus terminal(s) and review tools, focused on one or more streams of work.
Does DevSwarm come with Claude Code or other coding assistants?
DevSwarm does not bundle assistant subscriptions. It connects to the assistants you already use, and setup guides you through configuration so you can start swarming quickly.
What is HiVE coding? How is it different from vibe coding?
HiVE, or High Velocity Engineering, is using AI with production discipline: parallel workstreams, isolation, review, and correctness, not just fast prototypes. DevSwarm is built to make HiVE the default workflow.
Is DevSwarm only for individual developers?
No. DevSwarm is useful for individual developers, but its larger value appears when teams start using multiple AI agents across tickets, branches, and pull requests. DevSwarm gives teams a structured way to manage that work without relying on scattered terminals, local notes, and ad hoc status updates.
Why should a team use DevSwarm instead of just Claude Code, Cursor, or Codex?
Those tools help individual developers generate and edit code. DevSwarm helps teams organize the work around those agents: branch-isolated workspaces, full IDE context, Jira-connected tasks, GitHub review, and visibility into parallel workstreams.
How does DevSwarm help engineering managers?
DevSwarm makes AI-assisted work easier to track. Managers can better understand what work is active, which branch or workspace it belongs to, and what is ready for review without constantly interrupting developers for status updates.
Does DevSwarm replace Jira or GitHub?
No. DevSwarm connects to Jira and GitHub so teams can keep using their existing planning and review systems while adding a structured development layer for parallel AI-assisted work.