Aider - AI Coding Assistants Tool

Overview

Aider is an AI pair-programming tool for the terminal that leverages large language models to assist with coding tasks. It maps your codebase, supports multiple languages, integrates with git, and provides voice-to-code, IDE integration, and cloud or local LLM support.

Key Features

• Terminal-based AI pair programming
• Maps project codebase for contextual queries
• Supports multiple programming languages
• Integrates with git for diffs and commits
• Voice-to-code conversion
• IDE integration via plugins
• Works with cloud and local LLMs

Ideal Use Cases

• Receive code suggestions and completions in terminal
• Explore and understand unfamiliar codebases quickly
• Automate git diffs, commit messages, and suggestions
• Prototype code using voice-to-code workflows
• Run private assistance with local LLMs
• Extend editor workflows with AI-powered plugins

Getting Started

• Clone the Aider repository from GitHub
• Install required dependencies and system prerequisites
• Run the codebase mapping command on your project
• Configure desired LLM endpoint (cloud or local)
• Enable git integration and authorize repository access
• Install IDE plugin or use terminal commands to interact

Pricing

Not disclosed in the provided information.

Key Information

• Category: Coding Assistants
• Type: AI Coding Assistants Tool