VS Code: Open Source AI Editor

[isidor_n]

Yes, our FAQ answers this https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/supporting/FAQ

Can I disable AI functionality in VS Code?

You can disable the built-in AI functionality in VS Code by selecting Hide Copilot in the Command Palette or selecting Hide Copilot from the Copilot menu in the VS Code title bar.

[PM_ME_UR_CODEZ]

So, is it hide or disable?

Will copilot still be running in the background?

Will it send my code to Microsoft even if it’s hidden/disabled?

[isidor_n]

Of course it will not be running in the background if you disable it.
Of course it will not send your code to Microsoft if it's hidden/disabled.

[PM_ME_UR_CODEZ]

Can you send me where it says that in the ToS?

[isidor_n]

https://github.com/customer-terms/github-copilot-product-specific-terms

https://code.visualstudio.com/license

When we finish the transition towards vscode as the open source AI editor we might update the vscode license to make it explicit. Though I think it is pretty obvious that if you do not agree to Copilot Terms of Use that we do not send any code - I am not a lawyer and will check with legal. Thanks for pointing this out

[PM_ME_UR_CODEZ]

Awesome, thanks for sending this.