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Aider is a terminal-based AI pair programmer that integrates directly into your Git workflow to edit code, run tests, and commit changes. It uses a specialized repository map to provide context across large codebases while allowing users to choose their preferred LLM, including frontier and local models.
Recent releases include support for GPT-5, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, Gemini 2.5 Pro (with thinking tokens), and advanced Grok-4 models, alongside performance optimizations and improved support for reasoning-focused model settings.
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- Repository map for intelligent context across large codebases
- Automatic Git integration with auto-commit of AI changes
- Architect mode for splitting complex reasoning and editing tasks
- Integrated linting and testing with automatic self-correction
- Support for 100+ LLMs including local models via Ollama
Terminal-first developers who want model flexibility, granular control over their AI workflow, and automatic clean Git history.
Beginners or those who prefer a GUI-based IDE experience, tab-based autocomplete, or visual diff reviews within a dedicated editor.
Aider is free and open-source (Apache 2.0). Users pay only for their own LLM API provider usage (e.g., Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, DeepSeek) or run models locally for free via tools like Ollama.
Aider is an exceptional, high-value tool for experienced terminal users who prioritize model neutrality and Git discipline over a polished GUI experience.
Is Aider free?
Yes - Aider is Free. Aider is free and open-source (Apache 2.0). Users pay only for their own LLM API provider usage (e.g., Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, DeepSeek) or run models locally for free via tools like Ollama.
What is Aider best for?
Terminal-first developers who want model flexibility, granular control over their AI workflow, and automatic clean Git history.
Who makes Aider?
Aider is developed by Aider-AI. It is listed in the Terminal & CLI Agents category on ai.dosa.dev.
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