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GitHub Copilot
GitHub Copilot suggests code as you type. It reads the open file, surrounding code, and recent edits, then proposes the next line or the next function.
Audience
Developers
Pricing
Paid
What GitHub Copilot does
- Copilot lives inside your editor. VS Code, JetBrains IDEs, Neovim, and Visual Studio all have official extensions.
- It writes from context. The model sees the open file and other tabs, so suggestions match the code you actually have.
- Copilot Chat answers questions in a sidebar. Ask it to explain a function, write tests, or refactor a block.
- Pull-request integration writes summaries and reviews. Copilot Workspace plans and executes multi-file tasks from a single prompt.
When to use GitHub Copilot
- Most developers use Copilot to draft boilerplate and free up attention for the harder parts.
- Test writing is another common pattern. You highlight a function, ask for tests, then edit what Copilot proposes.
- Copilot Chat explains unfamiliar functions on demand, which helps when you join a new codebase.
GitHub Copilot pricing
GitHub Copilot is offered as a paid product. Plans and exact prices change often — check the official GitHub Copilot site for current tiers and limits.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does GitHub Copilot cost?
Copilot has paid Individual, Business, and Enterprise plans. Students, teachers, and maintainers of popular open-source projects get it free. See the GitHub pricing page for current numbers.
Does GitHub Copilot train on my code?
Business and Enterprise plans do not use your prompts or suggestions for model training. Individual users can opt out of training in their account settings.
Which languages does Copilot support?
Copilot supports any language with enough public training data, which covers most mainstream ones. Quality is highest for Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, and Java; lower for rare or domain-specific languages.