Nous Research has released NousCoder-14B, a new open-source large language model specifically fine-tuned for code generation and programming tasks. The model, built on the DeepSeek-Coder-14B base, is positioned as a capable and accessible alternative to proprietary models like Anthropic’s newly announced Claude Code. It is designed to understand and generate code across multiple programming languages, with a focus on being a practical tool for developers. The release capitalizes on the current industry momentum around AI coding assistants, offering a transparent and community-driven option. Read the full article at: https://venturebeat.com/technology/nous-researchs-nouscoder-14b-is-an-open-source-coding-model-landing-right-in