
Aider
Aider is an AI-powered pair programming tool that enables seamless code editing directly within your local git repository.
About Aider
Aider is an AI-assisted pair programming solution that edits code directly within your local git repository via the terminal. It integrates smoothly with your preferred code editor, supports multiple large language models such as Claude 3.5 Sonnet, DeepSeek R1, and GPT-4, and is compatible with numerous programming languages. Use Aider to collaborate with AI for creating new projects or enhancing existing codebases efficiently.
How to Use
Begin by installing Aider with `python -m pip install aider`. Navigate to your project directory using `cd /path/to/your/project`. Run Aider with your selected model and API key, such as `aider --model deepseek --api-key deepseek=<key>` for DeepSeek, or `aider --model sonnet --api-key anthopic=<key>` for Claude 3.7 Sonnet. Customize your setup to match your preferred LLM and development environment.
Features
- Map and analyze entire codebases
- Integrate seamlessly with Git for version control
- Automate linting and testing processes
- Support IDE and editor integration
- Access context from images and web pages
- Copy and share code directly to web chat
- Compatible with local and cloud-based LLMs
- Convert speech to code with voice commands
- Enable AI-assisted pair programming in terminal environments
Use Cases
- Enhancing existing projects with AI support
- Debugging and troubleshooting code
- Refactoring code efficiently
- Adding new features with AI assistance
- Launching new projects with AI guidance
Best For
Pros
- Seamlessly integrates with Git for version management
- Provides comprehensive codebase mapping for better understanding
- Automatically commits changes with meaningful messages
- Supports a wide range of large language models, including local options
- Enables voice-to-code functionality for hands-free development
- Works with popular IDEs and editors
- Includes built-in linting and testing features
Cons
- Requires initial setup and configuration
- Performance varies based on selected LLM capabilities
- Necessitates API keys for accessing certain models
Pricing Plans
Choose the perfect plan. All plans include 24/7 support.
