GitHub Copilot is an AI coding assistant that suggests code completions, entire functions, and tests as you type. It's available as an extension for VS Code, JetBrains, and other popular IDEs, and is deeply integrated with GitHub workflows.
Pros
+Works in every major IDE
+Strong code completion across all languages
+GitHub integration for PR and issue context
+Free for students and open-source maintainers
Cons
−Copilot Chat less capable than Cursor for complex refactors
−Can suggest outdated or insecure patterns
−Business plan expensive for small teams
Key features
Code completionsChat in IDETest generationPR summariesCLI assistantVS Code and JetBrains support
Best for
Developers who want AI code completions across any IDE with GitHub integration