Agent framework
AMP
AMP is Sourcegraph's agentic coding tool, integrated with their code search and batch change platform. It combines agent workflows with large-scale code intelligence.
AMP plugins on BuySkills
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AMP vs Cline
A head-to-head look at AMP and Cline — two popular AI coding agents — and how BuySkills fits into each workflow.
Editor extension
Cline
Cline is an open-source autonomous coding agent that runs as a VS Code extension. It plans, edits, and executes across files with any model you wire up — Claude, GPT, Gemini, or local models through providers like Ollama.
Cline plugins on BuySkillsSide-by-side
| Dimension | AMP | Cline |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Agent framework | Editor extension |
| In a nutshell | Sourcegraph's agentic coding tool | Open-source autonomous coding agent for VS Code |
| BuySkills install command | npx buyskills install <skill> | npx buyskills install <skill> |
| Cross-agent skill sharing | Yes — via BuySkills | Yes — via BuySkills |
Use both with a single skill catalog
You don't have to pick. BuySkills lets you install a skill once and use it across AMP, Cline, and every other supported AI coding agent — without repurchasing or reconfiguring.
- One command to install in either agent:
npx buyskills install <skill> - Skills pinned to a version you choose — AMP or Cline updates won't break your loop
- Explore plugins by category: testing, refactoring, documentation, git workflows, and more
AMP vs Cline — FAQ
Should I pick AMP or Cline?
It depends on where you work. AMP is sourcegraph's agentic coding tool, while Cline is open-source autonomous coding agent for vs code. Many developers use both and share skills across them via BuySkills — so the choice is less binary than it used to be.
Can I use the same plugins in AMP and Cline?
Yes. BuySkills is designed for cross-agent portability. Install a skill once with the BuySkills CLI and it becomes available in both AMP and Cline — and every other supported agent — without a second purchase or install.
How is installing BuySkills skills different between AMP and Cline?
It isn't, from your side. You run `npx buyskills install <skill>`, and the CLI writes the skill to the directory each agent reads from. AMP and Cline pick up the skill without any extra config.
Does AMP's agent run BuySkills skills on indexed codebases?
Yes. AMP calls BuySkills skills as part of its agent plan, and the skills have access to the same indexed codebase context that AMP's native tools do. That makes refactor and analysis skills especially powerful in AMP.
Does Cline need any special config to use BuySkills?
No. Install BuySkills CLI and run `npx buyskills install <skill>` — Cline reads skills from its default directory and BuySkills writes there automatically. No Cline settings change required.
Still deciding?
Install BuySkills CLI once and the skills you discover today work in whichever agent you pick tomorrow.
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