Replit AI integrates code generation, debugging, and explanation directly into the Replit online IDE. Build, deploy, and collaborate on projects without leaving your browser. Features Ghostwriter for code completion and AI chat for assistance.
Quick Reference
Tab: Accept Ghostwriter suggestion
Escape: Dismiss suggestion
Cmd+I: Open AI chat
Select code + Explain: Get explanation
Generate: Describe what you want
Transform: Refactor selected code
Instant deploy: Ship to production
Works in 30+ programming languages
Multiplayer: Code with others in real-time
Free tier available
Setup Guide
# Getting Started with Replit AI
## Setup
1. Create an account at https://replit.com
2. Create a new Repl or open existing project
3. AI features are available in the editor
## Key Features
### Ghostwriter (Code Completion)
AI-powered autocomplete that suggests code as you type:
- Works in 30+ languages
- Context-aware suggestions
- Tab to accept, Escape to dismiss
### AI Chat
Open the AI panel to chat about your code:
- Ask questions about errors
- Generate new files
- Explain complex code
- Debug issues
### Generate Code
Describe what you want and let AI create it:
- "Create a Flask API with user authentication"
- "Add a dark mode toggle"
- "Write tests for this function"
### Explain Code
Select code and ask AI to explain it:
- Understand legacy code
- Learn new patterns
- Debug confusing errors
## Best Practices
- Be specific in your prompts
- Review generated code before running
- Use AI chat for debugging complex issues
- Combine with Replit's instant deploy