CodeTogether
Peer code review software
DevOps software
Source code management software
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What is CodeTogether
CodeTogether is a real-time collaborative coding tool that enables developers to work together in the same IDE session for activities such as pair programming, code walkthroughs, and assisted debugging. It focuses on synchronous collaboration (shared editing, navigation, and communication) rather than managing repositories or pull-request workflows. Typical users include distributed engineering teams and support/enablement roles that need to reproduce issues and guide changes live. It integrates with common IDEs and can be used alongside existing source code management and CI/CD systems.
Real-time collaborative editing
CodeTogether supports live co-editing and shared navigation, which fits pair programming and interactive code reviews where participants need immediate feedback. This can reduce the latency inherent in asynchronous review cycles. It is particularly useful for debugging sessions and knowledge transfer where seeing changes as they happen matters.
IDE-centric workflow support
The product is designed to run inside developer IDE environments, keeping collaboration close to where code is written and tested. This reduces context switching compared with tools that require moving to a separate web review interface for every interaction. It also supports scenarios like guided onboarding and live mentoring within the editor.
Works alongside existing SCM
CodeTogether is typically used in addition to an organization’s existing source code management and DevOps toolchain rather than replacing it. Teams can keep their established repository, branching, and CI/CD practices while using CodeTogether for synchronous collaboration. This makes it easier to adopt in environments standardized on other platforms.
Not a full SCM platform
CodeTogether does not function as a system of record for repositories, branching, permissions, or pull-request governance. Organizations still need a separate source code management system for version history, merge controls, and audit trails. This can add administrative complexity if teams expect an all-in-one DevOps suite.
Limited asynchronous review features
Its primary value is synchronous collaboration, so it is not a substitute for structured, asynchronous peer review workflows such as formal approvals, threaded discussions tied to commits, and policy enforcement. Teams that rely heavily on pull-request-based review may use it only as a supplement. This can limit standardization if most reviews must remain asynchronous.
Adoption depends on IDE support
Because collaboration occurs through IDE integrations, user experience and feature availability depend on which IDEs and versions are supported. Mixed-IDE organizations may face uneven capabilities across teams. Rollout may also require client-side installation and configuration that some enterprise environments restrict.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free (Live Cloud / plugin) | Free | IDE plugin (CodeTogether Live/Cloud) providing live collaboration across IDEs and browser; limited to collaboration features (intelligence features reserved for paid tiers); official site states a free Live Cloud/plugin remains available. cite |
| Starter | $10 per developer/month | Up to 25 developers; engineering metrics, project intelligence, live collaboration; Start Free Trial button shown; 10% discount for annual billing. cite |
| Business | $49 per developer/month | Unlimited team size; includes Starter features plus organizational & department-level reports, onboarding consultation, advanced support; Start Free Trial button shown. cite |
| Enterprise | As low as $9 per developer/month (quote) | Tailored for large organizations; includes Business features plus SSO, on-premises/private cloud deployment, dedicated onboarding & support, volume discounts; pricing requires request/quote. cite |
Seller details
Genuitec, LLC
Flower Mound, Texas, US
1997
Private
https://www.genuitec.com/products/myeclipse/
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