Contral is an AI-powered coding agent designed to teach developers while they write code. Unlike traditional tutorials that are disconnected from actual projects, Contral integrates directly into existing development environments to provide real-time learning and assistance as developers work on their actual codebase.
The tool offers two primary modes: Build Mode and Learn Mode. Build Mode provides context-aware assistance while developers write real code, supporting their thinking process rather than replacing it. Learn Mode guides developers through actual tasks with real-time explanations that are directly tied to their editor. The agent lives inside existing development environments, eliminating the need for new tools or separate learning platforms.
Contral features a built-in recursive coding agent with Generator, Critic, and Revisor components for handling complex problems. It includes 49+ Java topics with a hint economy system for structured learning. The platform supports BYOK (Bring Your Own Key), ensuring that users' API keys stay on their local machines for security.
The tool addresses a common problem where developers ship AI-written code they can't defend in code reviews. By implementing what the creators call "vibelearning," developers can maintain AI-speed coding while actually understanding what gets written. This approach eliminates the need for separate study time, as learning happens naturally during the coding process.
Contral is available as a free tier with no credit card required, and a Pro version starting from $14.99/month with a 50% launch discount. It installs in one click into popular development environments including VS Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Antigravity, and Kilo Code. The tool is particularly useful for developers who want to ship code quickly without losing understanding of their codebase.
Key Features
- •Build Mode with Floating Learning Cards: The AI agent writes code while floating learning cards appear in the editor to explain what the code does, why certain patterns are used, and what trade-offs are considered. This allows developers to maintain fast vibecoding speed while gaining deep understanding of their codebase in real time, eliminating the need to study separately.
- •Learn Mode with Structured Curriculum: Offers a complete, project-based learning path for Java (and more languages soon) with 49+ topics, hands-on challenges, and boss exams. The real-time teaching layer explains concepts like dependency injection directly as the AI builds, ensuring learners master both theory and practical application simultaneously.
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Launch Date2026-05-09
Platformdesktop
Pricingfreemium
Domain Authority
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