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AI coding assistants now generate approximately 40% of new code at some major tech companies

GitHub reported that Copilot generates about 40% of code in supported languages, and Google's internal data shows similar adoption rates for AI-assisted coding.

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GitHub's research shows Copilot generating significant portions of code in supported files.

GitHub Copilot Researchhttps://github.blog/news-insights/research/research-quantifying-github-copilots-impact-on-developer-productivity-and-happiness/

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GitHub's research shows Copilot generating significant portions of code in supported files.

GitHub Copilot Researchhttps://github.blog/news-insights/research/research-quantifying-github-copilots-impact-on-developer-productivity-and-happiness/

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