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Aider

AI pair programming in your terminal.

AI CodingFree · Free (open-source)

Aider is an open-source AI pair-programming tool that runs in your terminal and edits code across your git repository. You chat with it to implement changes and it commits edits directly.

Pros

  • +Free and open-source
  • +Works in the terminal with git
  • +Edits across multiple files
  • +Bring your own model key

Cons

  • Requires an LLM API key
  • Terminal-first workflow
  • No graphical UI

Best for

Common use-cases

  • implementing code changes
  • refactoring across files
  • terminal-based coding

Integrations

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Aider FAQ

How much does Aider cost?
Aider uses free pricing, starting from Free (open-source). Check Aider's site for current plans.
What are the best Aider alternatives?
Top alternatives include GitHub Copilot, v0 by Vercel, Amazon Q. See the full list of Aider alternatives for a ranked comparison.

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