GitHub Copilot
An AI pair programmer inside your editor that suggests code as you type and explains unfamiliar code.
Plan details last verified 2026-10-05 · free plan available · no public API
What it does
Reducing boilerplate coding and speeding up everyday implementation inside the tools developers already use.
Main features
- Inline code completion
- Chat panel for code questions
- Works in VS Code, JetBrains, and other editors
- Pull-request summarisation on GitHub
Best use cases
- Autocompleting functions and tests
- Explaining unfamiliar code
- Generating boilerplate
Getting started (beginner-friendly)
Install the extension in VS Code, sign in with GitHub, and accept/reject suggestions as you type — always review what it writes.
Strengths
- Lives where developers already work
- Fast, contextual suggestions
Limitations
- Suggestions can be wrong or insecure — code review still applies
- Quality varies by language and library
Pricing (verified summary)
Free tier with limited completions; paid tiers for individuals and organisations. Verify current plans on GitHub's Copilot page.
Last checked 2026-10-05. Plan details change often — always confirm on the official site before purchasing.
Platforms
Organisation plans include policy controls over code retention and suggestions — check GitHub's Copilot trust documentation.
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