Startup Spotlight
← Back to directory
Aider

Aider

AI / ML

AI pair programming in your terminal.

Listed May 19, 2026Updated Jun 23, 2026
Visit site →

About

Aider is a command-line AI coding agent that edits your git repo, commits as it goes, and works with any frontier model.

Frequently asked

What is Aider?

AI pair programming in your terminal. Aider is a command-line AI coding agent that edits your git repo, commits as it goes, and works with any frontier model.

What category is Aider in?

Aider is listed under AI / ML on Startup Spotlight, a directory of indie and micro-startups.

Who founded Aider?

Aider was founded by Paul Gauthier (@paulgauthier on X, @paul-gauthier on GitHub).

When was Aider founded?

Aider was founded in 2023.

Where can I visit Aider?

You can visit Aider at aider.chat, or view its full profile on Startup Spotlight.

Standalone answers: What is Aider? · Who founded Aider? · When was Aider launched?

Embed the badge

Featured on Startup Spotlight — Aider
<a href="https://startupspotlight.co/startup/aider" rel="dofollow" target="_blank"><img src="https://startupspotlight.co/api/badge/cmpcvy8nw000lm8n6chvmx1c0?variant=dark&v=2" alt="Featured on StartupSpotlight" width="248" height="48" /></a>

See badge guide →

More in AI / ML

Aider alternatives →Browse all →