What is code-translator?

Code Translator is a VS Code extension that converts source code between five programming languages: Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, and C++. You run it inside the Visual Studio Code editor, and it uses Google's Gemini AI service to produce the translated output. The workflow is simple. You open a file, highlight a section of code or leave the selection empty to translate the entire document, then right-click and pick "Translate Code" from the menu. The extension asks for a Gemini API key, which you must supply, then presents a list of target languages to choose from. Once you pick a language, the translated code appears in a split panel next to your original file so you can compare them directly. The extension places restrictions on what the AI is allowed to return. It enforces strict output rules so the model produces only code, not conversational responses or explanatory commentary. After the AI generates a translation, the extension runs its own validation pass that checks bracket pairs, quote closures, and indentation before showing the result. This step is meant to catch structural problems before the translated file opens. Your Gemini API key is stored using VS Code's built-in secrets mechanism rather than being saved in plain text. The README does not provide installation instructions beyond the usage steps, and it does not list license information or configuration options. The feature list and usage steps are the full extent of the documentation.