What is OpenCode and what are its key features?

OpenCode is a free, open-source AI coding agent that supports SKILL.md skills, runs in your terminal, and offers full agent capabilities without vendor lock-in. It allows users to choose any LLM provider and only pay for the API tokens they use.

Where does OpenCode store its skills?

OpenCode stores project-specific skills in the .opencode/skills/ directory within your repository root, and personal skills in the ~/.opencode/skills/ directory in your home directory.

How can users install new skills in OpenCode?

Users can install skills by downloading them and placing them into the appropriate skills directory, either by unzipping from Agensi or cloning from GitHub into ~/.opencode/skills/.

Which types of skills are most valuable for OpenCode users?

Cost-conscious OpenCode users find code review, testing, and architecture skills most valuable, as these reduce token consumption and improve output quality on the first try.

What is the primary difference between OpenCode and Claude Code?

The primary difference is that OpenCode works with any LLM provider, such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google, while Claude Code is restricted to Anthropic models only.

Does OpenCode support the SKILL.md standard?

Yes, OpenCode fully supports the SKILL.md standard, and skills written for Claude Code are compatible with OpenCode without modification.

What is the cost associated with using OpenCode?

OpenCode itself is free, and users only pay for the API tokens consumed at the rate of their chosen LLM provider, with no subscription fees or markup.