AI.duino is a new VS Code extension designed to integrate artificial intelligence directly into the Arduino IDE 2.x, streamlining the development workflow for users. This extension aims to eliminate the cumbersome process of copying code to a browser for AI assistance, allowing developers to receive help with compiling errors, code optimization, and understanding hardware specifics without leaving their development environment. AI.duino supports a wide range of AI providers, including cloud-based services like Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini, as well as local offline models via Ollama, making AI-powered coding assistance more accessible and efficient for Arduino enthusiasts.