GitHub Copilot

AI coding assistant for writing, understanding and modifying code in your editor.

AI Coding Tools4.6(0)Freemium
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What is GitHub Copilot?

GitHub Copilot is an AI coding assistant that suggests code as you type, explains code, generates tests and helps with refactoring across many editors and languages. It offers a free tier with limited completions and chat, and paid plans for individuals and businesses.

Best for

  • Developers
  • Engineering teams
  • Students

Key features

  • Code completion
  • Chat in editor
  • Code explanation
  • Test generation
  • PR summaries
  • Editor integration

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Works in many editors
  • Good free tier
  • Strong language coverage
  • Backed by GitHub

Cons

  • Best models need paid plan
  • Suggestions need review
  • Free tier has limits

Pricing

Pricing type: Freemium. A free plan is available. A free trial is offered. Always confirm current prices on the tool's own website.

PlanPriceNotes
Current pricingSee official websitePlans and prices change often - confirm on the vendor site.

Integrations and platforms

Platforms: Web, Windows, Mac · API: Not available

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