Product Overview

Aider is an AI pair programming tool that allows developers to edit code in their local git repository. It provides a seamless experience for pair programming with Language Model Models (LLMs). Aider supports popular LLMs such as GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 Sonnet, and it can connect to almost any LLM. With Aider, developers can edit multiple files at once, making it easier to handle complex requests. Aider works with a wide range of programming languages and automatically commits changes to the git repository. It utilizes a map of the entire git repo, which helps it perform well even in larger codebases. Developers can chat with the AI while editing files and can add images and URLs to the chat. Aider also supports coding with voice commands, providing a convenient hands-free experience. Aider has top-tier performance and has achieved high scores on the SWE Bench, a software engineering benchmark.

Key Features

• Edit code in your local git repository
• Pair program with LLMs
• Support for GPT-4o & Claude 3.5 Sonnet
• Connect to almost any LLM
• Edit multiple files at once
• Support for popular programming languages
• Automatic git commits
• Map of entire git repo for better performance
• Chat with AI while editing files
• Add images and URLs to the chat
• Code with your voice
• Top tier performance

How It Works

Aider integrates with your local git repository, allowing you to edit code directly from your terminal. It connects to LLMs such as GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 Sonnet, enabling you to pair program with AI. Aider utilizes a map of your entire git repo, which helps it work efficiently even in larger codebases. When making changes, Aider automatically commits the changes to the git repository with a sensible commit message. You can chat with the AI while editing files, and Aider supports adding images and URLs to the chat. Additionally, Aider provides voice command support, allowing you to code hands-free.

Use Cases

• Collaborative coding sessions
• Code reviews and feedback
• Bug fixes and issue resolution
• Refactoring code
• Documentation updates

Technical Requirements

To use Aider, you need the following:

• Python 3.8-3.13
• Local git repository
• LLM (GPT-4o, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, or any compatible LLM)

Benefits

• Improved productivity in pair programming
• Seamless integration with local git repository
• Support for popular programming languages
• Automatic git commits
• Efficient performance in larger codebases
• Interactive chat with AI
• Voice command support

Conclusion

Aider is a powerful AI pair programming tool that enables developers to edit code in their local git repository. With support for popular LLMs and a wide range of programming languages, Aider provides a seamless and efficient coding experience. Its automatic git commit feature, interactive chat with AI, and voice command support make it a valuable tool for collaborative coding sessions and individual development tasks.