Gemini 3.8 Flash Now Available in GitHub Copilot
Google's Gemini 3.8 Flash model is now integrated into GitHub Copilot, enhancing its AI-powered coding assistance capabilities. Early testing indicates strong performance for complex terminal-based coding tasks and robust recovery from actionable failures. This model is available to Copilot Pro, Pro+, Max, Business, and Enterprise users across various IDEs and the Copilot app. Introductory provider pricing is offered through December 31, 2026, with a gradual rollout to all eligible users.
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- Integrates Google Gemini 3.8 Flash Model
GitHub Copilot now supports Google's Gemini 3.8 Flash model, which has shown strong performance in complex terminal-based coding tasks and offers rigorous validation. This integration extends Copilot's AI capabilities, providing enhanced coding assistance to users.
https://github.blog/changelog/2026-09-03-gemini-3-8-flash-is-now-available-in-github-copilot
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