How to use GitHub's AI coding assistant for free - and why it's worth a try
Briefly

GitHub Copilot, an AI coding assistant, has introduced a free tier, allowing developers to try it without a subscription. While it may struggle with coding tasks, failing half of them in testing, the free version still provides 50 queries monthly, giving users a taste of its capabilities. Setting up involves installing VS Code, linking a GitHub account, and adjusting some settings for optimal use before interacting in chat or in-line coding modes. Though the performance is not stellar, it remains a worthwhile tool to explore.
The free version of GitHub Copilot, despite its limitations, provides an accessible way for developers to experience AI assistance in coding.
While the free tier of GitHub Copilot has its drawbacks, such as limited queries per month, it still offers a valuable introduction to AI coding.
In testing the free version, the AI's performance fell short, completing only half of the coding tasks successfully, yet it remains worth experimenting with.
Setting up GitHub Copilot in VS Code requires a GitHub account and a few settings adjustments to optimize the experience before usage.
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