Claude-Autopilot: VS Code Extension for Automated Management of Claude Code Tasks

Claude-Autopilot is a program designed for Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and the Cursor An extension designed to help developers automate the management of the Claude Code for programming tasks. It allows developers to set up tasks without constant monitoring afterward through intelligent task queues, batch processing, and auto-recovery features for scenarios that require long runs or processing a large number of tasks. Users can add tasks to the queue and Claude-Autopilot will automatically process them, even if they encounter Claude Code The usage limits can also be automatically restored to run after the limits are reset. This tool supports Windows, macOS and Linux, is easy to install and flexible in configuration, and is suitable for individual developers or teams. It does not collect personal data, focuses on security and dependency management, has open source code, and follows the MIT license.

Function List

• Task queue management: Supports adding, editing, deleting, copying and reordering tasks to ensure that tasks are performed as needed.
• batch file function: Can efficiently handle multiple related tasks with consistent context and state.
• Automatic resumption of operation: When Claude Code reaches its usage limit, it automatically pauses and continues processing the task after the limit is reset.
• Prevent your computer from hibernating: Keeping computers active during task processing ensures uninterrupted nighttime or extended operation.
• History tracking: Record all tasks running history, support filtering and searching, easy to view and review.
• Cross-platform support: Compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux, offering platform-specific optimizations.
• Security Dependency Check: Automatically verifies that dependencies such as Claude Code and Python are installed correctly before starting.
• Command Panel Integration: Quick and easy access to all functions via VS Code's command panel.

Using Help

Installation process

To use Claude-Autopilot in VS Code or Cursor, follow these steps to install and configure it:

1. Installation of Claude Code::
   • interviews Anthropic Official website, download and install Claude Code.
   • Make sure you have a Pro or Max plan subscription with Anthropic, as Claude-Autopilot relies on the functionality of Claude Code.
   • Run the claude command to log into your Anthropic account. If you need to update Claude Code, you can run the /logoutand then execute the claude update, and finally restart the terminal and log in again.
2. Clone and install Claude-Autopilot::
   • Open a terminal and run the following command to clone the project repository:

     git clone https://github.com/benbasha/Claude-Autopilot.git
     cd Claude-Autopilot
     

   • Install the dependencies:

     npm install
     

   • Compile TypeScript code:

     npm run compile
     

   • (Optional) If you are a developer, run the following command to enter development mode to enable debugging:

     npm run watch
     

   • Package the extension for use in VS Code:

     vsce package
     

   • In VS Code, open the Extensions panel, click "Install from VSIX", and select the packaged generated .vsix Documentation.
3. Configuration extensions::
   • After the installation is complete, open VS Code's "Settings" (File → Preferences → Settings), search for "Claude Autopilot" to configure it.
   • Configuration options include queue processing speed, auto-recovery interval, etc., which can be adjusted according to project requirements.

Main function operation flow

Task queue management

At the heart of Claude-Autopilot is task queue management, suitable for scenarios where a large number of programming tasks need to be handled. The operational steps are as follows:

• Open VS Code and go to the command panel (shortcut key) Ctrl+Shift+P maybe Cmd+Shift+P).
• importation Claude Autopilot and select the relevant command, such as Add Task to QueueThe
• In the pop-up input box, enter a description of the task, such as "Generate a Python script to process a CSV file" or "Fix a specified GitHub issue".
• Tasks are added to the queue and the extension automatically processes them in order. You can do this via the command panel by selecting View Queue Check the status of the queue, or use the Edit Task,Remove Task etc. commands to adjust the queue.

batch file function

Batch processing is suitable for handling multiple related tasks. For example, fixing lint errors in multiple code files:

• In the command panel, select Batch Process TasksThe
• Enter a description of the task, specifying the files or directories to be processed, e.g. "Run lint to check and repair all JavaScript files in the src/ directory".
• Claude-Autopilot automatically runs the lint command, lists the errors and fixes them one by one, updating the queue status when it is done.

Automatic resumption of operation

When Claude Code is suspended due to a usage limit, Claude-Autopilot automatically detects and suspends the queue. After the restriction is reset (typically every 5 hours), the extension automatically resumes processing the task without manual intervention. The frequency of checking for limits can be adjusted by the user in the settings.

History tracking

• In the command panel, select View History View a running log of all tasks.
• Use filters (e.g., by date or task type) to find specific records, or search for keywords to locate them quickly.

Featured Function Operation

Prevent your computer from hibernating

• Enable in Settings Keep Computer Awake option to ensure that nighttime tasks are not interrupted by computer hibernation.
• Ideal for scenarios that require hours of continuous operation, such as large-scale code refactoring or data processing.

Security Dependency Check

• When starting the extension, Claude-Autopilot automatically checks that the Claude Code and Python environments are properly configured.
• If dependencies are missing, specific error messages and installation steps are prompted to ensure a reliable operating environment.

caveat

• Make sure your Claude Code subscription is valid (Pro or Max plan) as Claude-Autopilot relies on its functionality.
• Use caution in an untrusted environment --dangerously-skip-permissions option to avoid security risks.
• Check your GitHub repositories regularly for updates and community support.

application scenario

1. Nightly batch code processing
   • Developers can set up a series of tasks such as code refactoring, test case generation, or documentation updates before the end of the day, and Claude-Autopilot will automatically complete them during the night, with the results available for viewing the next day.
2. Handling large projects
   • For projects that contain multiple files, developers can use the batch processing feature to fix all lint errors at once or generate consistent code comments to improve efficiency.
3. Teamwork
   • Teams can collaboratively manage development tasks for complex projects by sharing task queues and history to ensure progress transparency.
4. Learning the new framework
   • For unfamiliar programming frameworks, developers can accelerate learning by setting up learning tasks via queues and letting Claude-Autopilot generate sample code or documentation.

QA

1. Does Claude-Autopilot cost extra?
   • Claude-Autopilot itself is a free open source extension, but requires Anthropic's Pro ($20/month) or Max plan subscription to use Claude Code.
2. How do you handle errors in the task queue?
   • If the task fails, you can view the detailed log in the history. Use the command panel's Edit Task Adjust the task description, or check the usage limits of Claude Code.
3. What programming languages are supported?
   • Claude-Autopilot relies on Claude Code and supports all languages supported by Claude Code, including Python, JavaScript, Java, etc., depending on your project.
4. How can I share task queues in my team?
   • Queue profiles can be shared via Git, and team members need to clone the same repository and install extensions to ensure a consistent task environment.