Amazon Q Developer
by Amazon Web Services · aws.amazon.com ↗
AWS's AI coding assistant (formerly CodeWhisperer) for code generation, security scans, and AWS tasks.
code-completion assistant cloud
- Category
- Coding & Developer Tools
- Business model
- Freemium
- Availability
- Global
- Launched
- 2023
- Record updated
- 2026-07-27
- Documentation
- docs.aws.amazon.com ↗
- Founded
- 2006
- Headquarters
- US
Overview
Amazon Q Developer is AWS's AI coding assistant, formerly CodeWhisperer, that provides code completion, chat, security scanning, and help with AWS tasks. It integrates with popular IDEs and the AWS console, and can perform agentic tasks like upgrades and feature implementation. A free tier is available, with a Pro tier for organizations.
Key features
- Inline code completion and chat in major IDEs
- Security scanning and automated remediation
- Agentic tasks such as code upgrades
- Deep knowledge of AWS services and best practices
Use cases
- Writing and reviewing code with AWS context
- Scanning code for vulnerabilities
- Automating Java and framework upgrades
Pricing
A free tier is available; the Pro tier adds higher limits and administrative controls for organizations.
Frequently asked questions
What was Amazon Q Developer called before?
It was previously known as Amazon CodeWhisperer before being folded into Amazon Q.
Who develops Amazon Q Developer?
Amazon Q Developer is developed by AWS (Amazon Web Services).
Is Amazon Q Developer free?
Yes. A free tier is available; the Pro tier adds higher limits and organization features.
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