GitHub Launches Copilot Workspace, Free Advanced Coding Tool for All Users, No More Waitlist

GitHub has officially launched Copilot Workspace, an advanced agentic editor, now available to all paid users without a waitlist. The new feature allows users to start building with agents immediately, streamlining the coding process through integrated assistance. Unlike the previous agentic coding workflow, Devin, which costs $500 per month, Copilot Workspace is accessible for free during its preview phase. This release marks a significant step in enhancing GitHub's capabilities, enabling users to tackle issues raised on GitHub directly within their workspace, where the tool can identify the problem and suggest solutions. The launch has been met with mixed reviews, with some users expressing disappointment over its limitations, such as being rate-limited and underwhelming performance compared to expectations from a Microsoft product. Overall, GitHub aims to make coding more accessible and efficient with this new offering.