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Raindrop Code Quick Start

Raindrop Code is an integrated AI development environment that transforms your terminal into a powerful application builder. Build complete applications with databases, APIs, and deployment infrastructure through natural language conversations and structured workflows.

Prerequisites

Before you begin:

  • LiquidMetal Account: Sign up at liquidmetal.run
  • Node.js: Version 18 or higher

Installation Instructions

Run the following in your terminal to install Raindrop Code:

Terminal window
npm i -g @liquidmetal-ai/raindrop @liquidmetal-ai/raindrop-code

Start Building

Create a new directory for your raindrop project:

Terminal window
mkdir new-raindrop-code
cd new-raindrop-code

Run the following in your terminal to start Raindrop Code:

Terminal window
raindrop-code

Now you’re ready to start building with raindrop-code

raindrop code

Create Your First Application

Start a New Raindrop App

Once Raindrop Code is running, create a new application:

Terminal window
/new-raindrop-app

What Happens:

  • Raindrop Code uses GLM 4.6 as the default model
  • All subagents are handled by GLM for consistent development experience
  • Guides you through a structured workflow to build your application
  • Generates architecture, infrastructure, and application code
  • Deploys to live infrastructure