Thunder Compute

Thunder Compute provides a VS Code extension and accompanying CLI that let developers launch cloud GPU instances, including NVIDIA H100, A6000, and A100 cards, directly from their development environment. Users can create one‑click GPU servers, adjust vCPU, RAM, storage, and networking settings, and switch hardware types without leaving the interface. The service also offers browser access and expandable disk storage for flexible workflows.

The platform targets machine‑learning engineers, data‑science teams, and researchers who need on‑demand GPU compute for prototyping, fine‑tuning, or production workloads. Pricing is presented as an on‑demand hourly rate, with the H100 listed at $1.38 per hour and the A100 at $0.78 per hour, positioned as lower than comparable cloud providers. Users can also take snapshots of environments and customize specifications with a few clicks.

Key distinguishing aspects include integration with VS Code for rapid iteration, the ability to change GPU types and resources on the fly, and a claim of cost savings relative to major cloud services. The offering is currently classified as experimental.