Github Copilot Revolutionises VSCODE with AI! (FREE) Beats Cursor & Windsurf?

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AI Summary

Summary of GitHub Co-pilot in VS Code Video

Introduction

• GitHub Co-pilot is now free in VS Code, offering 2,000 code completions and 50 chat messages per month.
• It uses models like Anthropic Claw 3.5 and OpenAI GPT-4.
• The update competes with Cursor and WIU.

Features

• Co-pilot Edit:
  • Create and edit files, fix errors automatically.
  • Example: Creating a note-taking app with a rich text editor using Flask and SQLite.
  • Commands: command shift I to open Co-pilot, pip install flask to install Flask, python app.py to run the app.
• Co-pilot Chat:
  • Chat for assistance with code.
  • Commands: /fix, /test, /explain.
• Terminal Integration:
  • Execute terminal commands through Co-pilot.
  • Example command: Listing all files in a folder without time and date.

Demonstration

• Demonstrated creating a note-taking app, saving notes, and upgrading to the latest version of CK editor.
• Showed how to add files and accept changes in the code.
• Tested the note-taking app and saved a test note.

Comparison with Competitors

• Noted differences from Cursor and WIU, such as the need to manually save with Ctrl + S.
• Terminal command execution is a feature that stands out.

Conclusion

• GitHub Co-pilot is a valuable tool for developers, especially with its free tier.
• The author has created another video about Cursor AI and recommends it.