GitHub Copilot is a comprehensive course for developers who want to master AI-assisted coding using GitHub’s AI pair programmer. Students learn how Copilot works, how to configure it in Visual Studio Code and other IDEs, how to use inline suggestions, GitHub Copilot Chat, and how to write prompts effectively to get the most useful code completions and explanations from Copilot across a wide range of programming tasks.
What You Will Learn
- Set up GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code, JetBrains IDEs, and Visual Studio
- Use Copilot’s inline code suggestions, multi-line completions, and next suggestion navigation
- Use GitHub Copilot Chat for code explanation, debugging assistance, test generation, and refactoring
- Write effective inline comments and prompts to guide Copilot toward better and more relevant suggestions
- Apply responsible AI practices including reviewing, testing, and understanding Copilot-generated code
Who Should Attend
Software developers, full-stack engineers, and technical professionals who use GitHub and want to increase their coding productivity with AI assistance.
Prerequisites
Active programming experience in any language. Familiarity with Visual Studio Code or a JetBrains IDE.
