GitHub has announced that its Copilot feature is now available for free within Visual Studio Code, allowing users to access 2,000 monthly code completions and chat functionalities without requiring a credit card. This move is seen as a significant integration of the leading AI coding assistant with the most popular code editor. As the tech community looks ahead to 2025, there is anticipation for more transformative developments in AI and coding workflows. Additionally, AI-generated code is gaining traction, with Gartner forecasting that 30% of code will be AI-generated by 2025. New platforms like Qodo are emerging to support AI-driven development by writing, testing, and reviewing code, which enhances the overall integrity of software engineering.