Gemini, a well-resourced organization, has announced the public preview of its AI-coding assistant, Gemini Code Assist for individuals, offering free access to developers worldwide. The tool is designed to bridge the gap in accessibility between well-funded organizations and those on a budget.
Developed by Gemini 2.0, this new version supports all programming languages in the public domain and provides optimized recommendations for coding tasks. Unlike other popular free coding assistants with restrictive usage limits, Gemini Code Assist offers virtually unlimited capacity, making it suitable for developers of all levels.
Gemini’s AI-powered tool assists not only in writing code but also helps review it more efficiently. The new version is integrated into Visual Studio Code and JetBrains IDEs, allowing users to access its features without needing multiple windows or copying information from disconnected sources.
The free version includes a generous token context window, making it possible for developers to use large files and improve the understanding of their local codebases. The chat feature allows users to focus on creative tasks while leaving repetitive steps to Gemini.
With this AI-powered assistant, developers can generate, explain, and improve code using natural language in various languages. The tool is available now, and signing up requires only a personal Gmail account.
This public preview aims to gather user feedback, which will be used to fine-tune the tool further. Advanced users interested in productivity metrics or integrations with Google Cloud services can consider Gemini Code Assist Standard or Enterprise for more functionality.
Source: https://blog.google/technology/developers/gemini-code-assist-free