All About AWS CodeWhisperer

The video discusses the current state of development tooling, focusing on AWS's new tool, Code Whisperer, which is free and offers unique features compared to GitHub Copilot. It covers installation, usage, and a comparison with Copilot, highlighting Code Whisperer's transparency and security features. Legal issues surrounding AI tools are also discussed, along with a look at the future of AI in coding.

What is a key differentiator of AWS Code Whisperer compared to GitHub Copilot?

• It requires a subscription fee.

• It can only be used with Jetbrains.

• It is 100% free for everyone.

• It is powered by Microsoft.

Which feature of Code Whisperer provides transparency in code generation?

• Reference to training data

• Unit test generation

• Security scans

• Auto suggestions

What is a limitation of Code Whisperer compared to Copilot?

• It lacks security features.

• It suggests less code at a time.

• It cannot generate regular expressions.

• It does not support Next JS projects.

What legal issue is currently associated with GitHub Copilot?

• It cannot generate unit tests.

• It is involved in a class action lawsuit.

• It lacks transparency in code generation.

• It is not free for everyone.

What additional feature does Code Whisperer offer for web applications?

• Boilerplate code suggestions

• HTML form generation

• Security scans for vulnerabilities

• Image processing