Plus and Pro users can download the update today.
If you’re a developer on macOS, your workflow is about to get a whole lot smoother. OpenAI has just rolled out a game-changing update to the ChatGPT app (version 1.2025.057), introducing direct code editing within integrated development environments (IDEs) — no more endless copying and pasting between windows.
This means ChatGPT can now assist you in real-time, right inside your coding environment, accelerating your development process and making AI-driven programming more accessible than ever.
Let’s break down what this exciting update brings and why it matters for developers.
A New Era of AI-Powered Coding
For developers, every second counts — and toggling between ChatGPT and your IDE to test or implement code snippets can be a real momentum killer. With this latest update, ChatGPT integrates directly with popular coding environments, letting you:
- Edit and refine code in real-time: Ask ChatGPT to debug, refactor, or optimize your code, and watch as the changes happen directly within your project.
- Accelerate learning and prototyping: Whether you’re learning a new framework or rapidly iterating on an app idea, you can experiment with AI-driven suggestions on the fly.
- Streamline collaboration: Working in a team? Use ChatGPT to draft initial code versions or generate documentation, so you can focus on the bigger picture.
Supported IDEs (Including Xcode!)
The update supports several of the most widely used development environments, including:
- Xcode — Apple’s powerful IDE for building iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS apps.
- Visual Studio Code — The beloved, lightweight editor with vast customization options.
- JetBrains IDEs — Including Android Studio, PyCharm, IntelliJ IDEA, and more.
This expanded compatibility means developers working across various tech stacks can seamlessly integrate ChatGPT into their existing workflows.
Availability and Subscription Details
OpenAI’s IDE integration is available starting today for Plus, Pro, and Team subscribers. If you’re on one of these plans, you can start using the new feature right away — just update your ChatGPT app and follow the setup instructions.
For Enterprise, Education, and Free users, the update will roll out next week, so you won’t have to wait long to try it out.
The Rise of Vibecoding: A New Way to Build
Interestingly, this update lands right as “vibecoding” is becoming a buzzword in the tech community. Vibecoding is all about harnessing AI tools (like ChatGPT) to handle the heavy lifting of programming, allowing developers to focus more on creativity, design, and high-level logic.
In fact, according to Jared Friedman, managing partner at Y Combinator, 25% of the startup accelerator’s Winter 2025 cohort have codebases that are 95% generated by AI. And as Garry Tan, CEO of Y Combinator, put it:
“This isn’t a fad. This isn’t going away. This is the dominant way to code. And if you are not doing it, you might just be left behind.”
With ChatGPT’s new IDE integration, vibecoding becomes even more powerful — enabling developers to iterate, experiment, and build at lightning speed.
What This Means for Developers
The ability to directly edit code within an IDE might seem like a simple feature, but it has far-reaching implications:
- Faster development cycles: No more switching contexts or manually transferring code snippets.
- Improved code quality: ChatGPT can catch bugs, suggest optimizations, and even write tests as you code.
- Lower barriers to entry: New developers can rely on AI assistance to navigate complex programming concepts and best practices.
Ultimately, this update cements ChatGPT as more than just a helpful sidekick — it’s an integral part of the modern developer toolkit.
So whether you’re an indie app creator, a startup founder, or part of a large dev team, it’s time to embrace the future of coding. Update your ChatGPT app, connect your favorite IDE, and start building the next big thing — with a little help from AI.
Happy coding! 🚀
