Students can use Tabnine's free Dev Preview plan for AI-powered code completions. While a dedicated student program previously existed, it has been discontinued.
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How to claim it
- Open the offer. Visit
tabnine.comand click 'Get Started' - Create your account. Create an account using your email, GitHub, or Google account
- Install the extension. Download and install the Tabnine extension for your preferred IDE
- Start coding free. Start coding with the free Dev Preview plan - no verification required
- Upgrade if needed. Optionally upgrade to the Dev plan ($12/month) for unlimited completions and additional features
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Who's eligible
Who can get the Tabnine - Free Dev Preview Plan for Students student discount?
Anyone can use the free Dev Preview plan, including students. The previous dedicated student program that offered free Pro access has been discontinued.
How long does Tabnine - Free Dev Preview Plan for Students student access last?
The free Dev Preview plan is available indefinitely with no time restrictions. For the paid Dev plan, students pay the same rate as regular users ($12/month).
Is the Tabnine - Free Dev Preview Plan for Students student discount available worldwide?
Tabnine is available globally with no documented geographic restrictions. Pricing is displayed in USD.
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What's included
Tabnine is an AI-powered code completion tool that helps developers write code faster across multiple IDEs. While Tabnine previously offered a dedicated free Pro plan for students, this program has been discontinued. Students can still use the free Dev Preview plan or subscribe to the paid Dev plan at the standard rate of $12/month.
- AI Code CompletionsGet intelligent code suggestions as you type, helping you write code faster and with fewer errors
- Multi-IDE SupportWorks with popular IDEs and code editors including VS Code, IntelliJ, and others
- Context-Aware SuggestionsTabnine analyzes your code context to provide relevant completions that match your coding style
- Multiple Language SupportSupports a wide range of programming languages for versatile coding assistance
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Fine print & gotchas
- The dedicated student program is discontinued. There's no free Pro for students anymore.
- "Free" is just the general Dev Preview tier with basic completions — not a student-specific deal.
- Students pay full price ($12/month) for the paid Dev plan, same as everyone else.
- The free Basic plan was sunset (April 2, 2025) and replaced by Dev Preview.
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Common questions
Does Tabnine still offer a free Pro plan for students?
Unfortunately, Tabnine has discontinued their dedicated student program. According to Tabnine support, they no longer have a student plan, but they may notify users via social media if it returns. Students can use the free Dev Preview plan or pay for the Dev plan at the standard rate.
What's the difference between Dev Preview (Free) and Dev ($12/month)?
The free Dev Preview plan offers basic AI code completions with limited features. The paid Dev plan ($12/month) includes unlimited completions, AI chat, AI agents, and full-function code assistance.
How can I request student pricing from Tabnine?
While there's no active student program, you can contact Tabnine support at support@tabnine.com using your educational email to inquire about any potential student discounts or if the program has been reinstated.
Is there a free trial of the paid features?
Yes, Tabnine offers a free trial of their paid features at tabnine.com/get-free-trial-a/ which allows you to test the full Dev plan capabilities before subscribing.
What happened to the Tabnine Basic plan?
Tabnine sunset their Basic plan on April 2, 2025, replacing it with the Dev Preview (free) tier. During the transition, they offered a temporary 25% discount on annual Dev subscriptions.
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