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Claude Code’s power, distilled into one tiny Python file.
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Nanocode is a minimal Claude Code alternative in a single Python file that provides an agentic coding loop with file and shell tools. It runs with zero external dependencies and is easy to inspect, customize, and extend for AI-assisted development workflows.
What to expect from an ideal product
- Uses only Python's built-in libraries so you don't need to install anything extra or manage package versions
- Fits everything into one small Python file that you can easily read through and understand exactly what it does
- Gives you direct access to modify the code since it's all contained in a single file you can edit with any text editor
- Works right out of the box on any system with Python installed without worrying about compatibility issues
- Lets you build your own coding assistant features by extending the simple file and shell tools already included
