Aider
Terminal-based AI pair programmer that edits code in your local git repository.
Introduction
Aider is a command-line pair programmer that edits files in your local git repo. It works with many LLMs, including Claude, DeepSeek, GPT-4o and local models, and fits alongside your editor. Changes are committed automatically with sensible messages.
- Added on
- Nov 2, 2026
- Website
- aider.chat
- Company
- Aider AI
Product information
What is Aider?
Aider lets you pair program with LLMs from the terminal, either to start a new project or to extend an existing codebase. It supports many programming languages.
How to use Aider?
Install it with pip using aider-install, change into your project directory and launch aider with your chosen model and API key.
Core features of Aider
- Terminal pair programming
- Cloud and local LLM support
- Codebase mapping
- Git integration
- IDE integration
- Voice-to-code
Use cases of Aider
- 1Starting a new project with AI help
- 2Extending an existing codebase
- 3Debugging code
- 4Implementing new features
- 5Refactoring code
Frequently asked questions about Aider
Which LLMs does Aider support?+
It works best with Claude, DeepSeek and OpenAI models, and can connect to almost any LLM, including local ones.
Does Aider integrate with Git?+
Yes, it commits changes automatically so you can diff and undo them with normal git tools.
Can I use Aider inside my IDE?+
Yes, you can ask for changes by adding comments in your code while using your usual editor.
Which category is Aider in?+
Aider is listed under AI Code Assistant.