‘What a joke’: Github Copilot’s new token-based billing spurs consternation among devs
Quick Take
GitHub Copilot's new token-based billing model has sparked backlash among developers, signaling a potential decline in its popularity. The shift from a subscription model to a usage-based system raises concerns about increased costs and accessibility for users, particularly affecting small teams and individual developers.
Key Points
- GitHub Copilot shifts from subscription to token-based billing.
- Developers express concerns over increased costs and accessibility.
- The change may disproportionately affect small teams and individuals.
- User backlash indicates potential decline in Copilot's popularity.
- The move marks a significant shift in GitHub's pricing strategy.
Article Excerpt
From source RSS / original summaryThe golden age of Microsoft's Github Copilot appears to be at an end.
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