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Aider is an open-source AI pair programming tool for the terminal that edits code in your repo, maps the codebase, and integrates with Git for commits and diffs.

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Aider is an open-source AI pair programming tool for the terminal that edits code in your repo, maps the codebase, and integrates with Git for commits and diffs.

  1. Open Aider in your editor, terminal, or browser workspace.
  2. Describe the change, bug, or feature with file paths and expected behavior.
  3. Review suggested diffs or commands before applying them.
  4. Iterate with test output or error messages when the first pass is incomplete.

How to prompt

Aider applies multi-file edits and can run linters and tests after changes.

Refactor the authentication module to use a shared middleware pattern and add unit tests covering success and failure cases.

Best output tips

  • Include file paths, stack, and error output verbatim.
  • Ask for tests or type checks when changing production code.
  • Review every command before running destructive operations.
  • Verify current plans and limits on the official Aider website.

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Aider

Aider is an open-source AI pair programming tool for the terminal that edits code in your repo, maps the codebase, and integrates with Git for commits and diffs.

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Key Features

Chat

chat workflow (aider.chat).

Open Source

open source workflow (aider.chat).

Automation

automation workflow (aider.chat).

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Example prompt

Refactor with tests

Prompt

Refactor the authentication module to use a shared middleware pattern and add unit tests covering success and failure cases.

Short explanation

Aider applies multi-file edits and can run linters and tests after changes.

Example prompt

Add feature from issue

Prompt

Implement issue #142: add rate limiting to the public API endpoints following existing error handling patterns.

Short explanation

Terminal pair programming with codebase map context suits scoped feature work.

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