A native macOS menu bar application that brings the power of the Jules AI coding agent into a lightweight desktop experience.
Highlights
- A macOS menu bar app for interacting with the Jules API (requires a Jules API key).
- Quick access to start and manage coding sessions without leaving your desktop.
- Live status updates for sessions and activity so you can track progress in real time.
- Native UI built with SwiftUI and AppKit for performance and responsiveness.
- Built-in diff rendering and merge conflict support for reviewing changes locally.
- Keyboard shortcuts and offline support to make your workflow smoother.
- MIT licensed and open source.
Requirements
- macOS 13.0 or later.
- A Jules API key (obtainable from the Jules web app).
- Optional Firebase integration for enhanced activity descriptions (disabled by default).
Getting Started
- Download the ZIP or DMG asset.
- Install the app on your macOS system.
- Enter your Jules API key in the app’s settings.
- Begin creating and managing Jules coding sessions straight from the menu bar.
Notes
This is the first stable public build. Future releases will focus on UI polish, performance improvements, and deeper integration with the evolving Jules API.