Interactive tool
Can your phone run a dev environment?
A straight answer, not a sales pitch. Tell it your phone's RAM and Android version, and it maps out what on-device development is realistic on that class of device — from an editor with language servers to a Linux terminal, local databases and running code. The rule is simple and honest: more RAM means more tooling running at once.
Pick a RAM size and Android version to see a realistic verdict.
Frequently asked questions
How much RAM do I need to code on a phone?
2 GB is enough for scripting and small projects one tool at a time. 4 GB is a comfortable baseline for day-to-day development. 6 GB and 8 GB let you run an editor with LSP, a terminal, a local database and an AI assistant together.
What Android version does PocketCode need?
PocketCode runs on Android 9 and newer. Android 12 and later handle background processes and scoped storage a little more smoothly, but 9 through 11 are fully supported.
Ready to build from your phone?
PocketCode brings a code editor with LSP, a Linux terminal, embedded databases and a multi-provider AI assistant to Android. Get it on Google Play.
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