GitHub shares The Pragmatic Engineer’s survey results showing GitHub Copilot overtaking ChatGPT as the leading AI tool for developers, cementing its role in modern software development.

GitHub Copilot Surpasses ChatGPT as Top Developer AI Tool

According to The Pragmatic Engineer’s recent survey, GitHub Copilot is now the most used AI tool among developers, officially surpassing ChatGPT in popularity in the developer community. Over 50% of developers report regularly using Copilot, moving it from a cool experiment to an indispensable part of everyday development workflows.

Key Takeaways:

  • GitHub Copilot is now essential for many developers
  • Usage has overtaken ChatGPT for developer-specific tasks
  • Integrated directly into the coding workflow
  • Adopted by more than half of surveyed developers

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  • GitHub Copilot is no longer just an experiment—it’s becoming standard for developer productivity.
  • The majority of developers in the survey now integrate Copilot seamlessly into their coding work.
  • The shift highlights how AI-driven assistants are reshaping modern development practice.

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