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+# Riko 🚀
-English • [Català](locales/ca/README.md) • [Deutsch](locales/de/README.md) • [Español](locales/es/README.md) • [Français](locales/fr/README.md) • [हिंदी](locales/hi/README.md) • [Bahasa Indonesia](locales/id/README.md) • [Italiano](locales/it/README.md) • [日本語](locales/ja/README.md)
+*A fork of the Roo codebase enhanced with integrated, AI-powered, spec-driven development features.*
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+**Project Status:** In Development
-[한국어](locales/ko/README.md) • [Nederlands](locales/nl/README.md) • [Polski](locales/pl/README.md) • [Português (BR)](locales/pt-BR/README.md) • [Русский](locales/ru/README.md) • [Türkçe](locales/tr/README.md) • [Tiếng Việt](locales/vi/README.md) • [简体中文](locales/zh-CN/README.md) • [繁體中文](locales/zh-TW/README.md)
+## Vision
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Roo Code
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Connect with developers, contribute ideas, and stay ahead with the latest AI-powered coding tools.
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-**Roo Code** is an AI-powered **autonomous coding agent** that lives in your editor. It can:
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-- Communicate in natural language
-- Read and write files directly in your workspace
-- Run terminal commands
-- Automate browser actions
-- Integrate with any OpenAI-compatible or custom API/model
-- Adapt its “personality” and capabilities through **Custom Modes**
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-Whether you’re seeking a flexible coding partner, a system architect, or specialized roles like a QA engineer or product manager, Roo Code can help you build software more efficiently.
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-Check out the [CHANGELOG](CHANGELOG.md) for detailed updates and fixes.
+**Riko** extends the powerful and intuitive Roo application with a native feature for **spec-driven development**. The goal is to provide developers with a systematic way to plan, design, and map out implementation tasks directly within their primary workflow. By integrating this structured process, Riko aims to improve planning, enhance collaboration, and increase the quality and maintainability of software projects.
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-## 🎉 Roo Code 3.25 Released
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-Roo Code 3.25 brings powerful new features and significant improvements to enhance your development workflow!
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-- **Message Queueing** - Queue multiple messages while Roo is working, allowing you to continue planning your workflow without interruption.
-- **Custom Slash Commands** - Create personalized slash commands for quick access to frequently used prompts and workflows, with full UI management.
-- **Enhanced Gemini Tools** - New URL context and Google Search grounding capabilities provide Gemini models with real-time web information and enhanced research abilities.
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-## What Can Roo Code Do?
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-- 🚀 **Generate Code** from natural language descriptions
-- 🔧 **Refactor & Debug** existing code
-- 📝 **Write & Update** documentation
-- 🤔 **Answer Questions** about your codebase
-- 🔄 **Automate** repetitive tasks
-- 🏗️ **Create** new files and projects
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-## Quick Start
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-1. [Install Roo Code](https://docs.roocode.com/getting-started/installing)
-2. [Connect Your AI Provider](https://docs.roocode.com/getting-started/connecting-api-provider)
-3. [Try Your First Task](https://docs.roocode.com/getting-started/your-first-task)
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-## Key Features
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-### Multiple Modes
+## Core Features
-Roo Code adapts to your needs with specialized [modes](https://docs.roocode.com/basic-usage/using-modes):
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-- **Code Mode:** For general-purpose coding tasks
-- **Architect Mode:** For planning and technical leadership
-- **Ask Mode:** For answering questions and providing information
-- **Debug Mode:** For systematic problem diagnosis
-- **[Custom Modes](https://docs.roocode.com/advanced-usage/custom-modes):** Create unlimited specialized personas for security auditing, performance optimization, documentation, or any other task
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-### Smart Tools
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-Roo Code comes with powerful [tools](https://docs.roocode.com/basic-usage/how-tools-work) that can:
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-- Read and write files in your project
-- Execute commands in your VS Code terminal
-- Control a web browser
-- Use external tools via [MCP (Model Context Protocol)](https://docs.roocode.com/advanced-usage/mcp)
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-MCP extends Roo Code's capabilities by allowing you to add unlimited custom tools. Integrate with external APIs, connect to databases, or create specialized development tools - MCP provides the framework to expand Roo Code's functionality to meet your specific needs.
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-### Customization
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-Make Roo Code work your way with:
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-- [Custom Instructions](https://docs.roocode.com/advanced-usage/custom-instructions) for personalized behavior
-- [Custom Modes](https://docs.roocode.com/advanced-usage/custom-modes) for specialized tasks
-- [Local Models](https://docs.roocode.com/advanced-usage/local-models) for offline use
-- [Auto-Approval Settings](https://docs.roocode.com/advanced-usage/auto-approving-actions) for faster workflows
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-## Resources
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-### Documentation
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-- [Basic Usage Guide](https://docs.roocode.com/basic-usage/the-chat-interface)
-- [Advanced Features](https://docs.roocode.com/advanced-usage/auto-approving-actions)
-- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://docs.roocode.com/faq)
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-### Community
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-- **Discord:** [Join our Discord server](https://discord.gg/roocode) for real-time help and discussions
-- **Reddit:** [Visit our subreddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/RooCode) to share experiences and tips
-- **GitHub:** Report [issues](https://github.com/RooCodeInc/Roo-Code/issues) or request [features](https://github.com/RooCodeInc/Roo-Code/discussions/categories/feature-requests?discussions_q=is%3Aopen+category%3A%22Feature+Requests%22+sort%3Atop)
+* **Spec Management Dashboard**: A centralized view to create, manage, and track the status of all your feature specifications.
+* **Multi-Phase Spec Editor**: A guided, three-phase editor for defining **Requirements**, creating a **Technical Design**, and breaking down the work into **Implementation Tasks**.
+* **Seamless Roo Integration**: Built to feel like a natural part of the Roo application, Riko uses the existing Svelte component library and Tailwind CSS design system for a consistent UX.
+* **AI-Assisted Workflow**: Designed to work with AI assistants to help generate, refine, and implement specs, streamlining the development process.
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-## Local Setup & Development
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-1. **Clone** the repo:
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-```sh
-git clone https://github.com/RooCodeInc/Roo-Code.git
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-2. **Install dependencies**:
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-```sh
-pnpm install
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+## Getting Started (Development)
-3. **Run the extension**:
+Riko is a full-stack SvelteKit and Express.js application. To get started with development, follow these steps:
-There are several ways to run the Roo Code extension:
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-### Development Mode (F5)
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-For active development, use VSCode's built-in debugging:
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-Press `F5` (or go to **Run** → **Start Debugging**) in VSCode. This will open a new VSCode window with the Roo Code extension running.
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-- Changes to the webview will appear immediately.
-- Changes to the core extension will also hot reload automatically.
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-### Automated VSIX Installation
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-To build and install the extension as a VSIX package directly into VSCode:
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-```sh
-pnpm install:vsix [-y] [--editor=]
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-This command will:
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-- Ask which editor command to use (code/cursor/code-insiders) - defaults to 'code'
-- Uninstall any existing version of the extension.
-- Build the latest VSIX package.
-- Install the newly built VSIX.
-- Prompt you to restart VS Code for changes to take effect.
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-- `-y`: Skip all confirmation prompts and use defaults
-- `--editor=`: Specify the editor command (e.g., `--editor=cursor` or `--editor=code-insiders`)
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-### Manual VSIX Installation
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-If you prefer to install the VSIX package manually:
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-1. First, build the VSIX package:
- ```sh
- pnpm vsix
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-2. A `.vsix` file will be generated in the `bin/` directory (e.g., `bin/roo-cline-.vsix`).
-3. Install it manually using the VSCode CLI:
- ```sh
- code --install-extension bin/roo-cline-.vsix
+1. **Clone the repository:**
+ ```bash
+ git clone [https://github.com/aaronmrosenthal/riko.git](https://github.com/aaronmrosenthal/riko.git)
+ cd riko
```
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-We use [changesets](https://github.com/changesets/changesets) for versioning and publishing. Check our `CHANGELOG.md` for release notes.
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-## Disclaimer
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-**Please note** that Roo Code, Inc does **not** make any representations or warranties regarding any code, models, or other tools provided or made available in connection with Roo Code, any associated third-party tools, or any resulting outputs. You assume **all risks** associated with the use of any such tools or outputs; such tools are provided on an **"AS IS"** and **"AS AVAILABLE"** basis. Such risks may include, without limitation, intellectual property infringement, cyber vulnerabilities or attacks, bias, inaccuracies, errors, defects, viruses, downtime, property loss or damage, and/or personal injury. You are solely responsible for your use of any such tools or outputs (including, without limitation, the legality, appropriateness, and results thereof).
+2. **Install Frontend Dependencies:**
+ ```bash
+ cd frontend
+ npm install
+ ```
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+3. **Run Frontend Dev Server:**
+ ```bash
+ npm run dev
+ ```
-## Contributing
+4. **Install Backend Dependencies:**
+ ```bash
+ cd ../server
+ npm install
+ ```
-We love community contributions! Get started by reading our [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md).
+5. **Run Backend Dev Server:**
+ ```bash
+ npm run dev
+ ```
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-## Contributors
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-Thanks to all our contributors who have helped make Roo Code better!
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-## License
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-[Apache 2.0 © 2025 Roo Code, Inc.](./LICENSE)
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+## Contribution
-**Enjoy Roo Code!** Whether you keep it on a short leash or let it roam autonomously, we can’t wait to see what you build. If you have questions or feature ideas, drop by our [Reddit community](https://www.reddit.com/r/RooCode/) or [Discord](https://discord.gg/roocode). Happy coding!
+This project is currently under active development. Please refer to the project's issue tracker for tasks and feel free to open a pull request.