Now Amazon Q Developer - AWS-optimized AI coding assistant with security scanning
Amazon CodeWhisperer evolved into Amazon Q Developer in 2024, expanding from code completion to autonomous agents. Features AWS-optimized suggestions, security vulnerability scanning, and deep integration with AWS services.
// AI-powered code generation
const assistant = new Amazon CodeWhisperer({
apiKey: process.env.API_KEY,
model: 'advanced-v2'
});
const result = await assistant.generate({
prompt: "Create a REST API",
language: "TypeScript",
framework: "Express"
});
console.log(result.code);Everything you need to supercharge your development workflow
Q Developer agents handle multi-step tasks like feature implementation, refactoring, and dependency upgrades.
Deep integration with AWS services, APIs, and best practices. Generates CloudFormation, CDK, and Lambda code.
Identifies vulnerabilities in real-time. Scans for OWASP Top 10, crypto issues, and AWS security best practices.
Automated Java 8→17 and .NET Framework→Core migrations. Handles entire codebases with minimal manual effort.
Flags code similar to open-source training data with license information to avoid IP issues.
Works in VS Code, JetBrains, Visual Studio, AWS Cloud9, Eclipse, and command line interfaces.
| Feature | Amazon CodeWhisperer | GitHub Copilot | Tabnine | Codeium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | $0 Free / $19 Pro | $10 / $19 | $12 / $39 | $0 / $15 |
| AWS Integration | Native & Deep | Limited | None | None |
| Security Scanning | 50-1000/month | Basic | No | No |
| Agent Capabilities | Advanced | Yes | No | Basic |
| Code Migration | Java/.NET | No | No | No |
| Compliance | SOC/HIPAA/PCI | SOC 2 | SOC 2 | SOC 2 |
Amazon CodeWhisperer, now evolved into Amazon Q Developer, represents AWS's comprehensive answer to AI-powered development. Launched in 2022 and transformed in April 2024, it expanded from a code completion tool to a full-featured development assistant with autonomous agents. The platform's deep integration with AWS services makes it indispensable for cloud-native development, offering AWS-optimized code suggestions, security vulnerability scanning, and automated code transformation capabilities. Unlike GitHub Copilot's general approach or Tabnine's privacy focus, CodeWhisperer/Q Developer excels at AWS-specific tasks like generating CloudFormation templates, Lambda functions, and IAM policies with best practices built-in.
The generous free tier sets it apart from competitors, offering unlimited code suggestions and 50 security scans monthly with just an email address—no credit card required. The Pro tier at $19/month matches Cursor's pricing while delivering unique capabilities: automated Java 8-to-17 and .NET Framework-to-Core migrations that can modernize entire codebases, real-time security scanning that catches OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, and Q Developer agents that autonomously implement features across multiple files. With support for VS Code, JetBrains IDEs, and command-line interfaces, plus compliance certifications for SOC, HIPAA, and PCI environments, Amazon CodeWhisperer/Q Developer has become the definitive AI assistant for AWS development. While Gemini Code Assist offers Google Cloud integration and Codeium provides free unlimited completions, neither matches the depth of AWS ecosystem integration and enterprise-grade security features that make CodeWhisperer essential for teams building on AWS infrastructure.
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Engineers building on AWS leveraging deep service integration and best practices.
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Organizations needing SOC/HIPAA/PCI compliance with security scanning.
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Learn about free accessAmazon CodeWhisperer has grown to over 20 million users worldwide with 1.3 million paid subscribers. Join the world's most adopted AI developer tool used by one-third of Fortune 500 companies. Read more success stories on our blog.
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Key differentiators that set Amazon CodeWhisperer apart from alternatives
Deepest integration with AWS services, APIs, and best practices.
Best free tier in the industry with unlimited suggestions, no credit card.
Real-time vulnerability scanning with automated fix suggestions.
Learn about coding agentsAutomated Java and .NET modernization saves weeks of manual work.
Expanded to autonomous agents that implement entire features.
View all free AI toolsAmazon CodeWhisperer stands out with its multi-model AI choice, native GitHub integration, and coding agent capabilities. Unlike competitors locked to single models, Amazon CodeWhisperer offers flexibility with Claude 3.5 Sonnet, GPT-4o, and Gemini 1.5 Pro. Compare all features to find the right tool for your workflow.
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