Coding

Aider

Aider lets you edit a Git repository with language models from the terminal.

Primary purpose

Add a test and implementation file to the chat, request a small fix, then review the Git diff and run the test.

Editorial strengths

The file scope can be managed explicitly from the command line.

Limitations

Model access and cost depend on the selected provider.

Who it is for

Developers who work with terminals and Git.

Commercial use

Aider · Model-assisted terminal editing. Inspect dependencies and their license obligations before distributing suggested code. Commercial permission is unverified for this function.

Privacy and data handling

Aider · Model-assisted terminal editing. Keep keys and production data out of the repository scope the agent can access. Retention, model training and deletion terms are unverified for this function.

Use case

Key features

  • Model-assisted terminal editing · Fact verification

Pricing model

  • Open-source terminal software; model provider charges are separate · Not verified · 2026-11-04

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