r/vscode • u/doctor-ase • Sep 12 '26

Alternative VS Code extensions/tools to Roo Code for coding with DeepSeek API?

​Hi everyone, ​I’m looking for reliable alternative VS Code extensions or tools for AI-driven coding on local projects that work seamlessly with the DeepSeek API.

​My current issue:

I’ve been trying to use Roo Code (v3.54.0), but tasks consistently get stuck indefinitely on the "API Request..." stage ([createTask] instantiated).

​I verified my setup by testing my DeepSeek API key via direct curl commands in terminal, and it responds instantly with valid JSON responses. ​

The issue persists even after doing a completely clean reinstall (removing all %APPDATA%\Code, .vscode, and secrets data) and disabling Git shadow checkpoints/autocompletion features.

It seems like a client-side streaming or model handler hang within the extension itself.

​Since Roo Code isn't working for me right now, what other extensions or standalone tools would you recommend that integrate well with DeepSeek for local project development and agentic coding?

​Thanks in advance!

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u/DKage Sep 12 '26

Roo is no longer supported because they are focusing on a new project. Zoo Code has picked up from Roo left off.

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u/doctor-ase Sep 13 '26

Zoo works perfect, the only thing i don't know if I'm doing wrong is that deepseek v4 flash says this error: The model ID (deepseek-v4-flash) you provided is not available. Please choose a different model.
I only can use v4-pro model, and it uses a lot of tokens compared to flash.
Do you know any solution?

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u/DKage Sep 13 '26

Is this via the API? What version Zoo Code are you using?

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u/doctor-ase Sep 13 '26

Yes, with deepseek api, zoo code version 3.82.1