Replit is a browser-based development platform that combines a full IDE, hosting, and AI assistance into a single environment — no local setup required.
## Replit Core Features
- Browser IDE: Full development environment accessible from any device
- Instant hosting: Every project gets a live URL automatically
- 50+ languages: Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, Rust, Java, and more
- Collaboration: Real-time multiplayer coding like Google Docs
- Database: Built-in key-value store and PostgreSQL
- Secrets: Secure environment variable management
## AI Features
### Replit AI Chat - Ask coding questions in context of your project - Get explanations of code you don't understand - Debug errors with AI-assisted troubleshooting - Generate code snippets and functions
### Ghostwriter (Code Completion) - Real-time code suggestions as you type - Context-aware completions that understand your project - Multi-line suggestions for common patterns - Tab to accept, keep typing to ignore
### AI Agent - Describe what you want to build in plain English - Agent writes code, creates files, installs packages - Handles full-stack development autonomously - You review, approve, and guide the process
## Getting Started
- Create a Replit account at replit.com
- Click "Create Repl" to start a new project
- Choose a language or template
- Start coding — your project is live instantly
- Use AI features via the chat panel or inline suggestions
## Understanding the Workspace
- File tree: All project files in the left sidebar
- Editor: Main coding area with syntax highlighting
- Console/Shell: Run commands and see output
- Preview: Live preview of web applications
- AI Chat: AI assistant panel for help and generation