Updated · April 2026
Aider
Open-source terminal-based AI pair programming tool with 41-43K stars. Pairs directly with your local git repository - automatically commits changes with sensible messages. Supports GPT-4, Claude, and local models via Ollama. Best-in-class for codebase-aware edits with automatic git integration and linting. Map of repo architecture is sent to model for context.
Terminal Agent
Open source
macOS, Linux, Windows (terminal)
Key features
Auto git commitsRepo-aware editsLint integrationMulti-modelLocal model supportArchitecture awareness
Best for
Best for developers who want git-native AI pair programming in the terminal
Plans
Free
BYO API key - any provider - git-native workflow
$0
Git-native
The git-native pair programmer - auto-commits with sensible messages, works with any LLM provider. 41-43K stars.
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