> Source URL: /resources/github-copilot.guide
# GitHub Copilot Guide

GitHub Copilot is an AI coding assistant that integrates directly into VS Code and other editors. It is free for students and the easiest option to set up.

## Getting Started

1. Install [VS Code](https://code.visualstudio.com/) if you haven't already
2. Install the [GitHub Copilot extension](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=GitHub.copilot)
3. Sign in with your GitHub account

## Free Access for Students

GitHub Copilot Pro is free for verified students through the GitHub Student Developer Pack.

**How to get it:**

1. Go to [GitHub Education](https://education.github.com/pack)
2. Click "Sign up for Global Campus"
3. Sign in with your GitHub account
4. Verify your student status using your `.edu` email. You may need to upload proof of enrollment such as a student ID or transcript.
5. Wait for approval (usually a few days)
6. Once approved, go to your [GitHub Copilot settings](https://github.com/settings/copilot) and enable it

If you have trouble with verification, see the [GitHub Community Discussion](https://github.com/orgs/community/discussions/150290) for common issues.

## Pricing

If you are not a student:

- Free: Limited features, 2,000 completions per month
- Pro ($10/mo): Unlimited completions, chat, more models
- Pro+ ($39/mo): Additional features and higher limits

See [GitHub Copilot Plans](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans) for details.

## Resources

- [GitHub Copilot Documentation](https://docs.github.com/en/copilot)
- [Free Access for Students](https://docs.github.com/en/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/getting-free-access-to-copilot-as-a-student-teacher-or-maintainer)
- [GitHub Student Developer Pack](https://education.github.com/pack)


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## Backlinks

The following sources link to this document:

- [GitHub Copilot](/projects/project-0-setup/setup.project.llm.md)
- [GitHub Copilot Guide](/resources/agents-comparison.guide.llm.md)