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Introduction

Pixello is an AI-native design ↔ code collaboration tool that runs directly inside Cursor and VS Code. It allows developers to generate, edit, and sync design files and frontend code using AI, without leaving their editor.

The Problem​

Traditional design tools like Figma live in a separate world from code. Designers create mockups, developers implement them, and the two rarely stay in sync. This creates:

  • Design drift: Code diverges from designs over time
  • Context switching: Developers jump between design tools and editors
  • Manual translation: Converting designs to code is tedious and error-prone
  • Version mismatch: Design files and code repositories are disconnected

Pixello bridges this gap by making design and code part of the same workflow.

Who It's For​

Pixello is built for:

  • Frontend engineers who want to iterate on designs without leaving their editor
  • Indie builders who need to move fast from idea to implementation
  • Small teams who want design and code to stay in sync automatically
  • Developers who prefer code as the source of truth

Why Pixello Instead of Figma?​

Pixello takes a fundamentally different approach:

Works Inside Your Editor​

Pixello runs directly in Cursor or VS Code. No context switching, no separate app to manage. Your design and code live in the same place.

Code as Source of Truth​

Unlike Figma, where designs are stored in proprietary formats, Pixello stores designs as human-readable JSON in your repository. Your design files are version-controlled, reviewable, and part of your codebase.

AI-Native, Not Canvas-First​

Pixello is built from the ground up for AI-assisted development. Instead of starting with a canvas and generating code, Pixello starts with your intent and generates both design and code together.

Local-First​

All files live in your repository. No cloud dependency, no vendor lock-in. Git works normally, and you own your designs.

Key Characteristics​

  • Local-first: Files live in your repo, not in the cloud
  • AI-powered: Generate and edit designs using natural language
  • Sync: Visual canvas and code stay in sync automatically
  • MCP-integrated: Uses Model Context Protocol for AI orchestration
  • No lock-in: Human-readable JSON format, no proprietary files

What's Next?​

Ready to get started? Head to Installation to set up Pixello in your editor.