##Project Overview
Codevator is a developer tool that plays ambient background music while AI coding agents work on tasks. It's designed to make the waiting period feel less tedious by providing retro beats and elevator-inspired soundscapes.
Its tagline — "Elevator music, retro beats, and ambient vibes while your coding agent thinks" — perfectly captures the project's philosophy: turning the wait into an enjoyable experience.
##Context and Motivation
With the rise of AI coding agents like Claude Code, developers spend an increasing amount of time waiting for agents to complete complex tasks. Codevator was born from the idea of transforming those waiting moments into something more pleasant, adding a layer of audio entertainment to the development workflow.
##Key Features
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Ambient Music Playback: Provides background audio during agent execution, with a selection of ambient music and retro beats.
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Multiple Modes: Includes an "elevator mode" that can be toggled on and off based on user preference.
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Volume Control: Configurable volume settings to adapt to the working environment.
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CLI Integration: Works directly alongside terminal output, displaying music status alongside task progress.
##Technical Details
- Platforms: Compatible with macOS and Linux
- Distribution: Available via npm as a command-line package
- Installation:
npm install codevator - Cost: Free and open-source
- Integration: Integrates directly with Claude Code (Anthropic's CLI)
##Repository
The source code is available on GitHub, inviting the community to contribute and expand the tool with new features and music.
Project link: codevator.dev