GitHub Copilot
An AI pair programmer that writes code with you.
Overview
GitHub Copilot suggests code and whole functions as you type, inside your code editor. It speeds up everyday coding, testing, and learning new languages.
How Indians use it
Indian developers and students use Copilot to write boilerplate faster, learn unfamiliar frameworks, and cut time spent on repetitive code.
Pros
- +Free tier to start
- +Works in popular editors
- +Free Pro for students and teachers
Cons
- –Heavy use can need paid credits
- –Suggestions need review
- –Paid plans billed in USD
Pricing
Free; Pro at $10/mo; Pro+ at $39/mo
Free; Pro approx ₹850/mo
Best for
Day-to-day software development
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