Nous Research has released NousCoder-14B, a new open-source coding model designed to compete with proprietary alternatives like Claude Code. The 14-billion-parameter model is built on the DeepSeek-Coder architecture and fine-tuned on a diverse dataset of code and natural language. It supports over 80 programming languages and is positioned as a more accessible and transparent option for developers. The release coincides with increased market focus on AI coding assistants, following Anthropic’s launch of Claude Code. Key features include its open-source license, strong performance on benchmarks like HumanEval, and its ability to run locally, offering developers an alternative to cloud-based, closed models. The model is available for download on Hugging Face. Read the full article at: https://venturebeat.com/technology/nous-researchs-nouscoder-14b-is-an-open-source-coding-model-landing-right-in