OpenWork is an open-source desktop application that serves as a graphical user interface for OpenCode, positioning itself as an alternative to Claude Work. It enables users to run AI agent sessions locally on their machines while providing extensibility through plugins and skills.
Key Features
- Local-First Architecture: Runs OpenCode directly on your computer with loopback connectivity for day-to-day work
- Remote Mode Support: Connect to remote OpenCode servers for long-running tasks that can continue after closing your laptop
- Extensible Package Management: Built-in
opkgpackage manager for installing skills and OpenCode plugins - Permission System: Clear prompts for file access and tool execution with allow/deny options
- Non-Technical Focus: Designed to help non-technical users run privileged workflows without terminal configuration
- Cross-Platform: Available for macOS (DMG), Windows (EXE), and Linux (AppImage) with regular updates
Use Cases
- Running AI agent sessions locally with privacy and control
- Managing workflows and skills through a graphical interface
- Extending functionality with community-developed plugins
- Connecting to remote servers for resource-intensive or long-duration tasks
- Providing AI agent capabilities to non-technical team members
Technical Implementation
Built with a standards-first approach, OpenWork emphasizes transparency with no black boxes or hosted lock-in. The application tracks plan and progress during sessions while maintaining clear permission boundaries for security.
