Codex is a desktop application by OpenAI designed for agentic software development. It allows developers to run multiple coding agents in parallel, organize projects and threads, automate routine tasks, and review code changes securely. The app features worktree isolation, cloud environments, and workflow extensions, making it ideal for developers seeking to streamline and automate their coding workflows.
In the Workflow automation space, Codex takes a focused approach. It focuses on managing and automating complex software development tasks with coding agents in a secure desktop environment. It is built as a B2B product for software developers. It runs on the web and Windows.
OpenAI builds and maintains Codex, and it first shipped in 2026. Among its 9 catalogued features are multi-agent support, project organization, and worktree isolation.
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