the_collective

multi-agent AI framework for VScode copilot with semantic memory and gemini-CLI baked in

>the_collective is a team of AI agents that work together inside VS Code. Instead of one AI assistant, you get specialised personalities that debate, research, and build things collaboratively using powerful tools.

No AI expertise required. If you can install VS Code and run a single command, you're good to go.

🚀 Quick Install

One command, zero prerequisites. The bootstrapper installs everything (Git, Node.js, VS Code, Docker containers) automatically.

🍎 macOS / Linux / WSL

curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/screamingearth/the_collective/main/bootstrapper_unix.sh | bash

🪟 Windows (PowerShell)

$s = iwr -useb https://raw.githubusercontent.com/screamingearth/the_collective/main/bootstrapper_win.ps1; if ($?) { $s.Content | iex }

Troubleshooting: If a command fails, see QUICKSTART.md for manual installation steps and fallbacks.

🧐 Verify It Works

1. Open the Root Folder: Restart VS Code and select Open Folder.... Navigate to your installation (e.g., Documents/the_collective on Windows) and select the root directory.

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