GitHub Models (Free for Prototypes)

GitHub offers free access to top AI models like GPT-4o and Llama 3 for GitHub users to experiment and build within the GitHub ecosystem.

🚀 Key Specs (2026 Update)

  • Model Support: GPT-5.1, GPT-5.2 mini, GPT-5.2 nano, Llama 3.3.
  • Access Policy: Prototyping and internal evaluation only (commercial use prohibited).
  • Daily Caps (Free):
    • High Tier (GPT-5, o2): 10 RPM, 50 RPD.
    • Low Tier (Llama 8B, mini): 15 RPM, 150 RPD.
  • Integration: Native support in GitHub Codespaces and VS Code.

🗝 How to get started

  1. Visit GitHub Models.
  2. Choose a model.
  3. Use the integrated playground or follow the “How to Use” SDK instructions (Python/JS).