PulseDev

PulseDev is an AI development tool that lets users point at running local web elements to direct code edits.

PulseDev is a desktop application and development tool that connects visual website feedback directly to AI coding agents. Users click any element on a running local site, describe the desired change, and select an agent to edit the source code. The tool supports Claude Code, Codex, Gemini CLI, and OpenCode, running entirely on the user's local machine without a cloud backend. It works with Vue, React, and plain HTML sites running locally. Changes stream live with side-by-side diff reviews, requiring manual approval before files are modified.

PulseDev at a glance

Best for: Software engineer
Runs on: macOS, Web, CLI
Pricing: Free $0 forever; Pro $12 per month; Founder Lifetime $149 once
Released: October 2026
Category: AI coding tool
Website: pulsedev.app

Key features

Visual element inspection with selectors and sizes
Direct integration with Claude Code, Codex, Gemini CLI, and OpenCode
Live file edit streaming and progress tracking
Interactive diff review with approve, reject, and reply options
Local server management for multiple projects from a sidebar
Audio and toast notifications for completed fixes
Local JSON file storage for tasks, messages, and diffs

Use it for

Fixing hard-coded headline copy directly on a running page
Updating button component variants across product cards
Adjusting text contrast and styling for mobile breakpoints
Guiding AI coding agents using visual element selection

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