In a move that is getting a lot of attention, Google has unveiled a free version of its AI-powered coding tool, Gemini Code Assist, which is now accessible to individual developers everywhere. This initiative aims to support a diverse range of users, including students, hobbyists, freelancers, and startups, by providing advanced coding assistance without financial barriers.
Gemini Code Assist makes use of Google’s Gemini 2.0 AI model to provide comprehensive coding support. You can generate entire code blocks, receive real-time code completions, and engage with a chatbot interface for general coding inquiries.
The tool integrates with Visual Studio Code, GitHub, JetBrains, and other programming environments, and it supports all programming languages in the public domain, ensuring that it’s ready for almost any situation.
Another great feature of Gemini Code Assist is its generous usage policy. While other free coding assistants, like GitHub Copilot, limit users to 2,000 code completions per month, Google offers up to 180,000 code completions monthly, ensuring that even the most active developers can use the tool without concerns about hitting usage caps.
Although the free version of Gemini Code Assist is more than enough for most users, the paid Standard and Enterprise tiers offer productivity metrics, integrations with Google Cloud services like BigQuery, and the ability to customize responses using private code data sources.
The $20 per month Gemini Advanced subscription allows you to run and test code, generate images from texts, and integrate with Google apps like Docs, Sheets, and Gmail. Subscribers also receive 2TB of Google One storage and early access to new features.
FAQ
What programming languages does it support?
Gemini Code Assist supports all public domain programming languages, including Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, Go, and more.
Can Gemini Code Assist help debug my code?
Yes! It can analyze, identify errors, and suggest fixes for common coding mistakes. It also provides explanations and documentation links.
How do I access Gemini Code Assist?
Install the Gemini Code Assist plugin in your preferred IDE (VS Code, JetBrains, etc.).
Log in with your Google account and enable AI-powered suggestions.
In Visual Studio Code
- Launch Visual Studio Code.
- Click on the Extensions icon on the left sidebar (or press Ctrl + Shift + X).
- In the search bar, type “Gemini Code Assist.”
- Locate Google’s Gemini Code Assist in the search results.
- Click Install to add it to VS Code.
- When it installs, click on the Google Gemini Code Assistant icon below the extension icon on the left side of the screen.
- Sign in with your Google credentials.
- Start using Google’s Gemini Code Assist by working on code like you normally would. Interact with the assistant on the left side of the screen to ask questions and get help.
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