Just Switched from Cline to Roo – Need Some Tips

I've been in the AI-coding game for a few months now. I started with GitHub Copilot, then discovered Cline—which completely blew my mind. Now, having checked out Roo, I'm fully onboard for a full switch. But before I dive in, I need some clear-cut advice.


Model Selection for Different Modes

I'm trying to nail down the best models for three modes: Ask, Architect, and Code. On Cline, I typically used:
- DeepSeek-Chat (aka DeepSeek-V3)
- 03-mini: High
- Occasionally switched to Claude 3.5: Sonnet

What models do you all best for each of these modes? I'm looking for options that offer optimal performance without burning a hole in my pocket.


Setup Guides & Resources

Aside from the GitHub documentation, is there a solid wiki, blog, or even a Reddit post that breaks down the Roo setup? Right now, I'm using the pre-generated "Mode-specific Custom Instructions" in the extension, but I need more context.

I also saw a mention of a repo that collects everyone's custom rules:
Awesome Cursor Rules Repo
I'm not 100% sure how to use these, especially since I'm working exclusively with PowerShell. Does anyone have experience integrating these resources in a PowerShell environment, or is there a workaround I should consider?

I appreciate any tips!