Democratizing Coding: How GitHub Copilot Makes Programming More Accessible

EasyChair Preprint 15074

Abstract

As the demand for coding skills continues to grow across industries, many individuals face significant barriers to entry due to the complexity and technical expertise required. GitHub Copilot, an AI-powered coding assistant developed by GitHub and OpenAI, offers a solution by democratizing access to programming. This paper explores how Copilot is lowering barriers for novice coders, enhancing the efficiency of experienced developers, and promoting inclusivity within the tech industry. By providing real-time code suggestions, automating repetitive tasks, and facilitating experimentation, Copilot helps beginners focus on learning while enabling professionals to streamline their workflows. The tool also opens the door for non-developers and individuals with disabilities to engage with programming in meaningful ways. Despite concerns surrounding intellectual property and over-reliance on AI, GitHub Copilot represents a significant step toward making coding more accessible to a broader audience, fostering collaboration, and expanding the potential for creative problem-solving in software development.

Keyphrases: AI-Powered, GitHub and OpenAI, software development

@booklet{EasyChair:15074,
  author    = {Edwin Frank and Olaoye Godwin},
  title     = {Democratizing Coding: How GitHub Copilot Makes Programming More Accessible},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 15074},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2024}}