The ChatGPT app for macOS has been updated with the ability to write code directly into Xcode, which means it competes with Apple’s Swift Assist and GitHub Copilot.
ChatGPT is available as an app on macOS. Image source: OpenAI
Third-party artificial intelligence tools have been available for a while to help with coding on macOS, but OpenAI is throwing its hat in the ring with the latest ChatGPT app update. Users can communicate with ChatGPT and share what’s within Xcode and other IDEs thanks to the “work with apps” capability.
TechCrunch reports that the update comes with an “auto-apply” mode so ChatGPT can edit code without additional permission prompts every time. The function is shown in a video posted to social media by OpenAI team member Alexander Embiricos.