Which AI agents work with Slack Code?

Slack Code integrates with agents from founding partners including Claude Code, Devin, Vercel Agent, and GitHub Copilot, which will integrate seamlessly with code channels. It also works with other AI agents available on Slack's marketplace.

When can I start using Slack Code?

Slack Code is available starting today on any Slack plan.

What happens to code channels after a project is done?

The coding channels are designed to archive themselves automatically upon completion of their dedicated assignments and provide an audit log for recordkeeping.

Large Language ModelsAI Coding AssistantsAI Business & IndustryThe Verge AIAug 20, 2026Aug 20, 2026, 22:00 JST

Slack launches AI coding channels for team collaboration

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3 Key Points

What happened
Slack introduced Slack Code, dedicated channels where teams collaborate with AI agents like Claude and Devin on coding tasks. The channels include features to compare code changes, preview HTML output, and automatically archive upon completion.
Why it matters
Teams can now keep code collaboration and feedback in one place instead of switching between tools, with full visibility and audit logs for every change — making it easier to work with AI agents as integrated team members rather than separate tools.
What to watch
Slack Code is available starting today on any Slack plan and works with agents from founding partners including Claude Code, Devin, Vercel Agent, and GitHub Copilot, which will integrate seamlessly with the code channels.

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Context & Analysis

Slack Code represents a shift in how teams manage AI-assisted development work. Rather than requiring developers to context-switch between Slack conversations and separate coding platforms, the feature consolidates the entire workflow—from task assignment to code review to final approval—within a single channel. This mirrors a broader industry trend of embedding AI agents deeper into existing team workflows; SpaceX's Grok Bot agents pursue a similar strategy of positioning AI as a collaborator rather than an external tool.

The feature's design emphasizes transparency and control: code diffs are visible to all team members, HTML previews allow real-time output validation, and automatic archiving with audit logs address compliance and recordkeeping concerns. By positioning these channels as a native Slack experience available on any plan and supporting multiple AI agents—including leading third-party models like Claude and Devin—Slack is attempting to become the central coordination layer for AI-assisted engineering work, rather than leaving teams to assemble disparate tools.

FAQ

Which AI agents work with Slack Code?: Slack Code integrates with agents from founding partners including Claude Code, Devin, Vercel Agent, and GitHub Copilot, which will integrate seamlessly with code channels. It also works with other AI agents available on Slack's marketplace.
When can I start using Slack Code?: Slack Code is available starting today on any Slack plan.
What happens to code channels after a project is done?: The coding channels are designed to archive themselves automatically upon completion of their dedicated assignments and provide an audit log for recordkeeping.

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