Local AI tools / Aider
Aider is a free, open-source coding tool that works with AI models running on your own hardware. It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux. It doesn't run models itself; it connects to an engine such as Ollama or LM Studio, which uses your GPU. Best for: pair programming in the terminal with git-aware edits.
Visit Aider| Type | Coding agents |
|---|---|
| Open source | Yes |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| GPU support | Uses your engine's GPU support |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Notes | Command-line coding assistant that works with local models through Ollama or any OpenAI-compatible server. |