{"id":251812,"date":"2024-12-18T10:14:49","date_gmt":"2024-12-18T18:14:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/?p=251812"},"modified":"2025-09-16T12:22:25","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T19:22:25","slug":"github-copilot-free-is-here-in-visual-studio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/github-copilot-free-is-here-in-visual-studio\/","title":{"rendered":"GitHub Copilot Free is here in Visual Studio"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you haven\u2019t already heard, GitHub just announced Copilot Free<\/a>! And great news: you can already start using Copilot Free<\/strong> right now in Visual Studio. It’s available now, and we’re putting the finishing touches on a more streamlined experience in January.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re excited to bring these benefits to the entire Visual Studio family. With Copilot Free, you\u2019ll have AI-powered tools right at your fingertips\u2014smarter debugging, AI generated commit messages, AI-breakpoint placement, and of course, direct access to Completions, Chat, and much more. Developers have seen a 25%<\/a> speed increase with Copilot\u2014and now you can experience that boost firsthand in Visual Studio.<\/p>\n

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Ready to give it a try?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Sign up for GitHub Copilot Free<\/a><\/div><\/p>\n

A couple of recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  1. Try it now:<\/strong> Don\u2019t wait to experience the benefits. Give GitHub Copilot Free<\/strong> a spin in Visual Studio today. Just note that for now, you won\u2019t be notified when you hit your usage limit, but we\u2019ve got you covered with updates coming in January.<\/li>\n
  2. Stay Updated:<\/strong> Keep your Visual Studio installation current and subscribe to the preview channels<\/a>. By staying on the cutting edge, you\u2019ll be among the first to enjoy the latest updates, ensuring you get the most out of Copilot Free as we roll out new features.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Looking ahead to January<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Copilot Free will be even easier to use in Visual Studio. You\u2019ll see clear indicators when you hit your usage limits\u2014no more guesswork. And if you find yourself needing more, upgrading to a no-limits plan will be smooth and seamless, so you can keep your ideas flowing.<\/p>\n

    Keep an eye on the latest previews for these updates, and don\u2019t forget to share your feedback through Developer Community<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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