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iPad & iPhone · Git‑native · AI‑assisted

Code anywhere. No desk required.

Deskless turns your iPad or iPhone into a focused, keyboard-friendly code editor with deep Git integration and bring-your-own-key AI tools. Review PRs, tweak infrastructure, or ship a hotfix from the couch, the coffee shop, or the passenger seat.

Target platforms
iPadOS & iOS
In the works
Git workflows, inline AI, syntax highlighting, offline-first
Status
Private MVP · App Store coming soon
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Coming soon

Optimized for iPad, iPhone

  • Lightning-fast syntax highlighting tuned for long sessions.
  • Deep Git integration for real-world mono-repos.
  • Bring your own API keys for AI – your tokens, your rules.

Everything you need to code on the go

Deskless is built for real development work, not just quick edits. Handle complex projects with confidence.

Native iPad & iPhone

Built from the ground up for iOS. Smooth scrolling, gesture support, and UI that feels right at home on your device.

Deep Git Integration

Clone, branch, commit, push, pull, and review diffs. Handle real-world monorepos with ease.

BYOK AI Assistance

Bring your own API keys for Claude, GPT, or other AI models. Your tokens, your rules, your privacy.

Syntax Highlighting

Tree-sitter based highlighting for 40+ languages. Accurate and fast, tuned for long coding sessions.

Offline-First

Work anywhere, even without connectivity. Your changes sync seamlessly when you're back online.

Keyboard Optimized

Full external keyboard support with shortcuts that feel natural. Magic Keyboard and Smart Keyboard ready.

Zero Tracking

No analytics SDKs, no ad trackers. We don't collect your data or your code. Period.

Scratchpad

A persisted notepad always at your fingertips. Jot down key details, reference them anytime, wipe clean when done.

Built for how you actually work

Deskless is tuned for quick context switches, intermittent connectivity, and external keyboards. Open a repo, get oriented, and ship a change before your coffee cools.

Review PRs on the go

Browse diffs, leave comments, and approve pull requests from your iPad during commute or between meetings.

Quick hotfixes

Spotted a bug in production? Clone, fix, commit, and push—all from your iPhone in the coffee line.

Infrastructure tweaks

Update a Terraform variable, adjust a Kubernetes config, or fix that YAML indentation error.

Who it's for

  • Devs who live on their iPad or iPhone between meetings
  • SREs & platform engineers on call
  • Remote workers who need flexibility
  • Anyone who wants a serious editor in their backpack

Ready to code without a desk?

Be the first to know when Deskless launches. Early access for subscribers.