Amazon just dropped a bombshell for developers with Kiro, its new AI-powered Integrated Development Environment (IDE), launched on July 14, 2025, via Amazon Web Services (AWS). Forget “vibe coding”—Kiro is here to streamline software development with a spec-driven approach that’s got the tech world buzzing. Let’s dive into what makes Kiro a potential game-changer.
What Is Kiro?
Kiro is more than just another coding assistant like GitHub Copilot or Amazon’s Q Developer. It’s a comprehensive integrated development environment (IDE) built on Code OSS, which is a fork of Visual Studio Code. Kiro helps developers turn their ideas into production-ready code. You can start by inputting requirements in plain English—such as “build a product review system”—and Kiro will generate user stories, data flow diagrams, TypeScript interfaces, API endpoints, and database schemas.
Its feature called “Kiro Hooks” automates repetitive tasks like updating tests or blocking risky commits, ensuring that the code remains clean and consistent. Kiro is powered by Anthropic’s Claude Sonnet 4, with version 3.7 available as a backup. Currently, it is in free public preview for macOS, Windows, and Linux, with paid tiers (Kiro Pro at $19/month and Pro+ at $39/month) coming soon. Additionally, it’s compatible with VS Code plugins, making it a great fit for developers around the world.
Kiro’s launch positions Amazon against Microsoft and Google in the AI coding race, and its reliance on AWS infrastructure hints at heavy use of Nvidia chips (like the H100) for AI processing. While not directly tied to Nvidia’s recent China chip sales, the global AI chip demand Kiro fuels could indirectly shape Nigeria’s access to advanced tech. Check out kiro.dev to try it yourself, and let’s see how Nigeria’s developers leverage this tool to build the future!
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