Continue is a dedicated open-source IDE extension for software developers. It accelerates the AI software development process by providing automated and intelligent tools. It allows developers to maintain a smooth workflow during software construction, initiating and speeding up the development process with plugins and system integration. Continue supports code auto-completion in multiple programming languages, offers code rewriting features, and allows code optimization through natural language instructions. It also supports integration with various AI models and development environments, enabling developers to build a software system that evolves with the introduction of new features.