| name | code-explain |
| description | Explain complex code in plain English |
Code Explainer
Paste confusing code, get a clear explanation. Works with any language.
Quick Start
npx ai-explain ./src/utils/crypto.ts
What It Does
- Explains what code does line by line
- Identifies patterns and algorithms
- Explains why code is written that way
- Suggests improvements
Usage Examples
npx ai-explain ./src/auth/jwt.ts
cat weird-regex.js | npx ai-explain
npx ai-explain ./src/api.ts --context "This handles payments"
npx ai-explain ./src/algo.ts --detail high
Output Includes
- High-level summary
- Step-by-step breakdown
- Key concepts explained
- Potential issues flagged
Great For
- Understanding inherited code
- Learning new patterns
- Code review prep
- Onboarding new devs
Requirements
Node.js 18+. OPENAI_API_KEY required.
License
MIT. Free forever.
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